Republicans Gain Seats in Idaho Legislature

Republicans in Idaho have strengthened their supermajority in the state legislature by gaining three seats, pushing the balance to 90 Republicans against 15 Democrats, following victories over Democratic incumbents. In Montana, while Republicans maintained a strong grip on the legislature, they experienced losses, with Democrats gaining the most seats in a single election in 30 years, indicating a shift in legislative control dynamics. In North Carolina, Republicans retained control of the legislature but lost their supermajority, which could complicate governance with the projected Democratic governor-elect, Josh Stein. In Illinois, Democrats successfully defended their supermajority, with all incumbents reelected, setting the stage for continued dominance in the state government. The election results across these states reflect a mix of Republican strength and emerging Democratic challenges, highlighting a complex political landscape. The outcomes signal a potential shift in legislative power dynamics as new challenges arise for both parties in upcoming sessions.