‘This is redemption time’: celebrities react to Democrats’ historic midterms sweep

After the party regained control of both the House and Senate, stars including Viola Davis, Bette Midler and John Cusack have been celebrating

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Celebrities have been reacting to last night’s historic midterm victory for the Democrats after the party regained control of both the House and the Senate.

The night saw a string of major victories for the party as voters expressed their disapproval of Donald Trump and his failing economy.