Biden pleased as Democrats hold onto Senate

US President Joe Biden sent congratulations to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer after midterm election results showed that the Democrats had kept control of the Senate, repelling Republican efforts to retake the chamber.

Joe Biden, US President said “Congratulations to Senator Schumer. He's got a majority again. And we're focusing now on, on Georgia. We feel good about where we are. And I know I'm a cockeyed optimist. I understand that. But I'm not surprised by the turnout, I'm incredibly pleased by the turnout. And I think it's a reflection of the quality of our candidates.  And so I feel good and I'm looking forward to the next couple of years."

He said winning a 51st seat from the Georgia runoff would be important and allow Democrats to boost their standing on Senate committees.If Democrats manage to pull off a win in the House, it would mean full control of Congress for Democrats - and another chance to advance Biden priorities.