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Democrat James Walkinshaw has won Virginia's 11th Congressional District special election, securing a seat previously held by the late Rep. Gerry Connolly. This win brings the Democrats closer to a 213-219 House majority, with three seats still unfilled. Walkinshaw's victory could influence upcoming votes on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files and government funding. He served as Connolly's chief of staff and campaigned on opposing Trump's federal workforce cuts. Further special elections are planned for vacant congressional seats.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.