Outspent 4-to-1, Republicans still made gains in state legislative elections

Despite outspending Republicans, Democrats didn't achieve some ambitious goals in state legislative races. The GOP continues to control more legislatures, though Democrats notched some victories.

Outspent 4-to-1, Republicans still made gains in state legislative elections
Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers her State of the State address in January 2024. Republicans won control of the Michigan House this year, ending the Democratic trifecta that ushered in a wave of progressive policies.

Despite outspending Republicans, Democrats didn't achieve some ambitious goals in state legislative races. The GOP continues to control more legislatures, though Democrats notched some victories.

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