Democrats claim victory in key Virginia and Kentucky elections

US Democrats have made gains in key state elections, in what is seen as a blow to President Donald Trump.

Democrat Andy Beshear claimed victory in Kentucky’s governor vote, after a tight race in the conservative-leaning state.

Meanwhile, Democrats seized full control of the legislature in Virginia for the first time in over 20 years.

The results are being viewed as a gauge of the political mood ahead of next year’s presidential election.

However, Republicans managed to hold onto power in the Mississippi governor vote, following a closely fought race.

Via USA Today

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