Red Wave
Sweeping victories for Republicans
Example
Biden's approval rating is pretty low
Yeah, I feel a red wave coming on in the midterms
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A red wave is a political term for when Republicans achieve sweeping victories during an election. Red comes from the Republicans' primary color and is the opposite of blue wave, which is when Democrats (Republicans' primary opponents) earn important victories in an election.
People typically use red wave to describe victories on a national scale, but they may also use it to describe a series of statewide election victories. For example, a red wave on a national scale is when Republicans win several important seats to take control of the U.S. Senate. On a local scale, a red wave may be when Republicans win the governor election and take control of the state's senate.
What causes a red wave?
Several factors may lead to a red wave, and each election differs depending on voters' concerns. The concerns could relate to the economy, family values, crime, environment, human rights, religion, and immigration. However, the most significant factor is dissatisfaction with the country's direction when Democrats hold power in the White House, Senate, and (or) House of Representatives.