Tears, celebrations and selfies: US midterms in pictures

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According to the BBC, Democrats secured control of both the House and the Senate during the US midterm elections, achieving a series of victories in traditional Republican strongholds. These results, occurring during Donald Trump's presidency, have shifted the political landscape. While Democratic supporters celebrated their successes, Republicans faced a challenging night following losses in states previously considered reliable. Notable outcomes include Keisha Lance Bottoms becoming the first black woman elected governor of Georgia, and Chris Pappas becoming the first openly gay man elected to the Senate in New Hampshire. Conversely, veteran Republicans such as Susan Collins in Maine lost their seats to Democratic challengers.