Democrats on path to flip seats in Utah’s Republican-dominated Legislature

Republicans appeared to be at an early disadvantage to Democrats, third-party and unaffiliated candidates in races throughout the state.

(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Republican incumbents at the Utah Capitol were behind in races across the state.

(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Republican incumbents at the Utah Capitol were behind in races across the state.

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| Nov. 3, 2026, 9:40 p.m.

| Updated: Nov. 4, 2026, 12:51 a.m.

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