Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race in surprise victory for party

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According to the BBC, Democrat Scott Colom has secured a surprise victory in the conservative state of Mississippi, defeating incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith. The race was extremely close, with counting lasting over a week. According to CBS figures, Colom won with 49.2% of the vote against Hyde-Smith's 48.7%. This result ends a Republican winning streak in Mississippi dating back to 1982 and brings the Democratic majority in the Senate to 55 seats. The victory comes as Democrats have gained control of both the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Reports suggest that voter frustration with the economy and the Iran war under President Trump played a significant role in these results.