While Tuesday's successes do not solve the party's underlying problems, they do allow it to emerge from the slump that followed its defeat in the presidential election, one year ahead of the midterms.

As Tuesday's special elections approach, the party is fractured, with no clear leader or unified message, as activists push for new priorities and a shake-up of its entrenched…

With polls showing signs of recovery after a popularity slump, Tuesday’s results will test whether the party can rebuild