News about 2019 election
Here are some key news stories and updates about the 2019 elections:
United States
- 2020 Presidential Election: The 2020 United States presidential election was held on November 3, 2020. Democratic candidate Joe Biden won the election, defeating incumbent President Donald Trump.
- Midterm Elections: The 2018 United States midterm elections were held on November 6, 2018. The Democratic Party gained control of the House of Representatives, while the Republican Party maintained control of the Senate.
India
- Lok Sabha Elections: The 2019 Indian general elections were held from April 11 to May 19, 2019. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led by Narendra Modi won a majority of seats, returning to power for a second term.
- State Elections: Several state elections were held in 2019, including the elections in Maharashtra, Haryana, and Jharkhand. The BJP won in Maharashtra and Haryana, while the JMM-Congress alliance won in Jharkhand.
United Kingdom
- Brexit Party: The Brexit Party, led by Nigel Farage, won 29 seats in the European Parliament elections held on May 23, 2019. The party's success was seen as a protest vote against the UK's handling of Brexit.
- Local Elections: Local elections were held in the UK on May 2, 2019. The Conservative Party lost control of several councils, while the Labour Party made gains.
Other Countries
- Australia: The 2019 Australian federal election was held on May 18, 2019. The Liberal Party of Australia, led by Scott Morrison, won a majority of seats, defeating the Labor Party.
- South Africa: The 2019 South African general election was held on May 8, 2019. The African National Congress (ANC) won the election, but with a reduced majority.
- Pakistan: The 2019 Pakistani general election was held on July 25, 2019. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, led by Imran Khan, won the election and formed the government.
These are just a few examples of the many elections that took place in 2019. If you're looking for more information on a specific election, feel free to ask!