Record 117 Democratic women win House seats as EDW-backed candidates flip Republican-held districts, defend competitive seats, and help deliver a Democratic majority
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Democratic women helped deliver a Democratic majority in Congress and made history in the process, winning a record 117 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives so far. Elect Democratic Women (EDW), the congressional member-led political action committee dedicated to electing Democratic women, played a key role in these victories, investing in candidates and campaigns that helped flip Republican-held districts, defend competitive seats, and shift the balance of power in Washington.
EDW endorsed 90 candidates nationwide this election cycle, with 55 victories and counting across House, Senate, and gubernatorial races. The organization raised more than $11 million to support Democratic women candidates, providing critical resources to help them compete and win.
As of 6 p.m. ET on November 4, Democratic women have secured 117 House seats, including 20 Republican-held districts, with additional races still outstanding.
“Democratic women didn’t just make history Tuesday night. We helped make a new majority,” said Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-23), Chair of Elect Democratic Women. “We have always known that when women run, women win—and when women win, America wins. Across the country, Democratic women stepped up, fought tough races, flipped Republican seats, and defended hard-won victories. Now, with a record 117 Democratic women elected to Congress, we’re not just breaking barriers—we’re bringing new voices, fresh perspectives, and a fierce determination to make life better for American families. We helped win the majority. Now we’re ready to use it to lower costs, protect our freedoms, and deliver real results.”
Among the key Democratic women’s victories contributing to the new congressional majorities are:
- Red-to-Blue House victories: JoAnna Mendoza (AZ-06), Marni von Wilpert (CA-48), Pia Dandiya (FL-22), Christina Bohannan (IA-01), Lindsay James (IA-02), Sarah Trone Garriott (IA-03), Christina Hines (MI-10), Denise Powell (NE-02), Rebecca Bennett (NJ-07), Teresa Benitez-Thompson (NV-02), Cait Conley (NY-17), Kristina Knickerbocker (OH-10), Paige Cognetti (PA-08), Janelle Stelson (PA-10), Nancy Lacore (SC-01), Leticia Gutierrez (TX-09), Katy Padilla Stout (TX-23), Shannon Taylor (VA-01), Elaine Luria (VA-02), Rebecca Cooke (WI-03)
- Critical Frontline holds: Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14), Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08), Rep. Nellie Pou (NJ-09), Rep. Dina Titus (NV-01), Rep. Susie Lee (NV-03), Rep. Laura Gillen (NY-04), Rep. Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Rep. Emilia Sykes (OH-13), Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05), Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03)
- Blue-to-Blue holds: Jacqui Irwin (CA-26), Hilda Solis (CA-38), Jasmine Clark (GA-13), Donna Miller (IL-02), Patty Garcia (IL-04), Melissa Bean (IL-08), Stefany Shaheen (NH-01)
These newly elected and returning members bring a wealth of professional experience and public service to Congress, including military veterans, pastors, teachers, business leaders, nurses, and engineers. Their diverse backgrounds and firsthand understanding of the challenges facing American families will help shape policies focused on lowering costs, expanding access to healthcare and childcare, and creating greater economic opportunity.
“For the first time in our nation’s history, more than 100 Democratic women will serve in the U.S. House of Representatives. That’s a milestone worth recognizing, but what matters most is what these women bring to the table — their experiences, their perspectives and their understanding of the challenges facing families across this country. From healthcare and childcare to economic security, having more women in the rooms where decisions are made will help ensure these issues remain front and center,” said Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35), Board Member of Elect Democratic Women.
Throughout the 2026 election cycle, EDW’s Win With Women campaign helped recruit, support, and elect Democratic women by providing financial resources, mentorship, strategic relationships, and practical guidance drawn from the firsthand experience of women serving in Congress.
EDW’s investments included direct contributions, independent expenditure programs, and joint fundraising agreements, helping candidates build competitive campaigns and reach voters in critical races across the country.
“These victories didn’t happen overnight. They’re the result of years of investment in women candidates, building strong campaigns and making sure women have the resources and support they need to compete and win. Elect Democratic Women has been proud to stand alongside these candidates, and we’re looking forward to seeing these victories translate into meaningful progress for the families and communities they represent,” said Rep. Julia Brownley, Elect Democratic Women Board Member.
With several races still outstanding, EDW looks forward to every remaining vote being counted and will update its totals as additional races are called.
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About Elect Democratic Women
Founded in 2018, Elect Democratic Women (EDW) is the congressional member-led political action committee dedicated to electing more Democratic women to Congress. Since its founding, EDW has raised over $40 million and supported more than 200 women candidates and members. Through its Win With Women campaign, EDW provides financial support, mentorship, and strategic resources to help women win competitive races and build a Congress that better reflects the American people and their priorities.