US midterm elections
Federal and state elections held midway through a presidential term that determine control of Congress and shape the political direction of the country.
Federal and state elections held midway through a presidential term that determine control of Congress and shape the political direction of the country.
The 2026 midterms are being shaped by a cluster of high-stakes policy debates from the Iran war and federal spending to healthcare, immigration, and climate. These issues are driving candidate positioning, voter enthusiasm, and the broader battle for control of Congress and statehouses across the country.