2026 midterm elections live updates: Latest news, results, and analysis
The Department of Justice announced charges against 63 people across 15 states Monday for election-related crimes, marking the latest crackdown on alleged voter fraud just one day before the midterm elections.
TL;DR
- The DOJ charged 63 people in 15 states with election-related crimes, including illegal voting and fraudulent registration.
- Rep. Haley Stevens faced criticism and defended her decision to endorse Republican Mike Rogers over Democrat Abdul el Sayed, calling speculation about her fiance's influence sexist.
- Sen. Elizabeth Warren endorsed Abdul el Sayed in Michigan, emphasizing his commitment to public health and challenging wealthy interests.
- The U.S. military launched defensive strikes against Iran targeting surface-to-air missiles aimed at U.S. assets.
- Texas Senate candidate James Talarico expressed a willingness to work with Donald Trump on issues like healthcare, education, and housing.
- Georgia election officials are addressing complaints about voters not receiving absentee ballots.
- The Supreme Court rejected the Trump administration's bid to set aside 20,000 ballots linked to suspected noncitizens in California.
- Cook Political Report predicts Democrats will take the House and the Senate control is uncertain, moving the Michigan Senate race to 'lean Democrat'.
- Maine Senate nominee Troy Jackson downplayed the lack of endorsements from Gov. Janet Mills and Sen. Angus King.
- Donald Trump discussed combating fraud and crime in his election-eve speech.
- Sen. Ted Cruz warned of past reelection struggles to motivate supporters for Ken Paxton in Texas.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson and Gov. Glenn Youngkin campaigned for Republican incumbents in Virginia.
- Pro-life groups spent significantly on midterm campaigns, focusing on contacting 'persuadable' voters.
- Michigan Senate candidates Abdul el Sayed and Mike Rogers released final ads highlighting cultural ties and attacking the opponent, respectively.
- Alaska expects to release midterm election results no earlier than late Tuesday night Alaska Standard Time.