The battle for the Senate is coming down to a handful of unresolved races, as Georgia's contest heads to a runoff.
In remarks about the outcome of Tuesday's elections, Mr. Biden declared it was a"good day, I think, for democracy," but acknowledged that the American people are still feeling discontent and frustration as the nation emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic and amid high consumer prices.
for House speaker in anticipation of Republicans winning the House. CBS News estimates the battle for control of the lower chamber remains uncertain, with Democrats expected to win at least 200 seats in the House, and Republicans 210 seats after Tuesday's elections. To win the majority, 218 seats are needed.
"Regardless of what the final tally from these elections show, and there's still some counting going on, I'm prepared to work with my Republican colleagues," he said."The American people have made clear, I think, that they expect Republicans to be prepared to work with me as well."