2026 midterm elections live updates: Latest news, results, and analysis
Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO) said Sunday ousting War Secretary Pete Hegseth is his “priority No. 1” if the Democrats retake the House of Representatives in November’s midterm elections.
TL;DR
- Midterm elections will decide control of the House, Senate, and 36 governorships.
- Key Senate battlegrounds include Texas and Michigan.
- Donald Trump's agenda and approval ratings are expected to significantly impact Republican efforts to maintain majorities.
- Over 150 ballot measures nationwide cover issues like citizenship requirements, abortion, and transgender procedures.
- Rep. Jason Crow stated that ousting War Secretary Pete Hegseth would be a top priority if Democrats retake the House.
- Democrats are broadly expected to investigate Trump administration members if they win the House.
- Candidates like Abdul el Sayed are actively campaigning, criticizing opponents and President Trump.
- Controversies surrounding Alaska's ranked-choice voting system and transgender participation in sports are present.
- Voter concerns about gas prices and trade policy were noted at a Trump rally in Michigan.
- Mary Peltola, an Alaska Senate nominee, was injured in a car crash, postponing campaign stops.