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WAMU Reporter Round Table: Election Results

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Republicans make gains in Virginia, while one race remains in the balance. Maryland's Democratic governor holds on for a second term. What does it all mean for the District?

WAMU's Maryland reporter Matt Bush, Virginia reporter Jonathan Wilson, and D.C. reporter Patrick Madden have the latest on the results.

Click the following links for election results: D.C., Maryland, Virginia

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