Democrats win control of Wisconsin Legislature, cementing first Democratic trifecta in 16 years

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 1,512

Last Updated: 5 days, 5 hours ago

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Democrats won control of the Wisconsin Senate and Assembly Tuesday night, along with the governor’s race — cementing Democratic trifecta control of state government for the first time in over 16 years.

Democratic candidates won the majority of their targeted seats — claiming open seats and ousting longtime Republican incumbents. In the 99-seat state Assembly, Democrats will hold 53 seats and Republicans will hold 46. In the 33-seat state Senate, Democrats will hold …

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