2026 Midterm Elections: Live updates

Key Points:

• Voters are deciding control of all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats in a crucial midterm election that could shape President Trump's final years, with Democrats projected to have an edge in both chambers amid voter dissatisfaction on issues like the Iran war and inflation.
• The Department of Justice is deploying about 1,000 election monitors nationwide—the largest effort in history—to ensure election integrity amid heightened scrutiny and ongoing legal challenges related to state election conduct.
• Key Senate races in traditionally red states such as Kansas, South Carolina, and Nebraska are competitive, while Democrats are targeting GOP-held districts in the House, with redistricting in states like Texas and Florida playing a significant role.
• Inflation and high energy prices, partly driven by the conflict with Iran, are major voter concerns, with Republicans facing criticism from within their party over the impact on working-class Americans and gasoline costs.
• Political ad spending has reached a record $11.87 billion this cycle, surpassing even the 2024 presidential election, reflecting the high stakes of congressional control and intense competition in key races nationwide.