2026 midterm elections live updates: Latest news, results, and analysis
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) on Wednesday gave his take on Republicans‘ upset in the midterm elections, saying the GOP fell short on addressing voters’ concerns about the cost of living.
TL;DR
- Republicans lost control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections.
- Democratic victories included Josh Turek in Iowa, Annie Andrews in South Carolina, and Gina Hinojosa and James Talarico in Texas.
- Historic firsts included Keisha Lance Bottoms and Byron Donalds as the first Black governors of their states, and Abdul el Sayed as the first Muslim U.S. senator.
- The election results were interpreted as a rebuke of President Donald Trump's agenda.
- Key issues for voters included the Iran war and affordability.
- Over 150 ballot measures addressed topics such as voting requirements, abortion, and transgender procedures for minors.