2026 midterm elections live updates: Latest news, results, and analysis

Opposition to the proposed new wealth tax in California has increased among voters by 9 percentage points ahead of Tuesday’s elections, according to a new poll.

2026 midterm elections live updates: Latest news, results, and analysis

TL;DR

  • All 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats, and 36 governorships are up for election.
  • Key battleground Senate races include contests in Texas and Michigan.
  • Donald Trump's agenda, approval ratings, and involvement are significant factors.
  • Over 150 ballot measures across 40 states will be voted on.
  • Ballot measure topics include citizenship requirements for voting, voter ID, abortion policy, and transgender procedures for minors.