Even though final returns have yet to determine which party will control the U.S. House, a top official with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce says the returns thus far point to a victory for the business sector.
In a statement, Suzanne P. Clark, chief executive officer of the U.S. Chamber, said the election has seen victories in dozens of both House and Senate races, as well as local contests, helping to “strengthen the business climate in those states.”
Clark added that she is hopeful a “new majority in the House will seize the opportunity to fight inflation and crime, rein in regulation and hold agencies accountable through oversight, and put our economic security front and center.”
Heading into Tuesday’s elections, the Democrats held a relatively narrow House chamber control of 220 seats, out of a total of 433 seats. Analysts throughout the year have noted that the Republicans only needed to win 218 seats to secure House control.
As of Thursday morning, the Republicans have won 210 seats, compared with 192 for the Democrats.
“Our government and our country ae as deeply divided as ever,” continued Clark in her statement. “It has never been more important for elected officials to address our nation’s challenges by bridging divides and forging durable solutions—just like business leaders across the country do every day.”
By Garry Boulard