NBC News's Steve Kornacki gave Republicans a reason to be optimistic heading into Election Night, saying there is a "wild card possibility" the polls missed big

MAP whizz Steve Kornacki is an on-screen fan-favorite for many on election nights. The NBC News chief data analyst is even affectionately nicknamed “Map Daddy” by viewers. Who is Steve Kornacki?

NBC News' Steve Kornacki did not wear his signature khakis to cover the United States’ 2026 midterm elections on Nov. 3. But here's what his typical election night routine looks like.

When we feel powerless, conspiracy theories can offer a comforting explanation. That’s why the urge to believe them may be strongest after an election, Benjamin J. Dow writes.

Matt Walsh agrees with JD Vance’s explanation of why Republicans suffered a historic defeat in the 2026 midterm elections, pointing to the Iran War as a key factor.

GOP Rep. María Elvira Salazar has won re-election in her Miami-based congressional district, NBC News projects, after clashing with President Donald Trump over his immigration agenda.

Trump-endorsed Republican Ken Calvert will win the race for Congressional District 40 against fellow Republican Young Kim, NBC News projected Monday. Among the 83% of expected votes counted, Calvert received 53%, compared with Kim's 47%, according to NBC News.

James O’Keefe and Cam Higby are now facing legal action over their undercover operation in Minneapolis during the primary election.

Josh Shapiro will continue to sit atop Pennsylvania's highest office after holding off a challenge from Republican Pa. Treasurer Stacy Garrity.

San Diego police arrested a suspect Wednesday after a pursuit from Riverside County ended in a shooting near the U.S.-Mexico border Wednesday night, which halted traffic at the crossing for hours. California Highway Patrol reopened the previously closed the San Ysidro Port of Entry and Southbound lanes at Camino De La Plaza early Thursday morning.

Voters expressed feeling fed up with the economy; Democratic candidates emerged more well-liked and Trump was resoundingly rejected.