Republicans in several key House races have flipped seats formerly held by Democrats.
The most optimistic expectations of Republicans seem to have been disappointed. Still, the party has many victories to point to after the eventful night, including unseating several incumbent lawmakers.
Here are five seats Republicans flipped.
Virginia’s 2nd District
Republican Jen Kiggans is projected to beat incumbent Rep. Elaine Luria (D-Va.) in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District.
The district, considered one of the most competitive in the nation, was a key target for Republican strategists.
Kiggans defeated Luria handily, winning about 52 percent of the vote to Luria’s 48 percent….}