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Democrats Head Into Election Day Feeling Hopeful About the Midterms
Chuck Schumer thinks his party has expanded the map.
A Democratic rally in Texas last week.
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What to Know About the 2026 Midterm Elections and the Fight for Congress
Strategists in both parties say it is likely that Democrats will wrest back control of the House, but the battle for the Senate is more complicated.
Early voting at election headquarters in Miami, on Friday.
In Run-Up to Midterms, Legacy of 2020 Looms Large Over Justice Dept.
The refusal of top department officials to acknowledge Donald J. Trump’s loss that year is the engine driving an intensifying effort to intercede in state administration of elections.
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America Votes
We answer your questions about the midterm elections and what they will mean for the world.
Early voting in Alaska on Sunday.
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Mystery Group Spends Millions to Boost Third-Party Candidates at Republicans’ Expense
A super PAC called Our Heritage Matters, which was registered less than a month ago, has spent $6.5 million in the last days of campaigning to promote obscure candidates over Republicans it portrays as liberals.
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What Are Voters’ Top Concerns? Midterm Election Polls Point to the Economy.
Our polls suggest the economy is biggest motivator of voters’ choices in these midterm elections and that Democrats are more trusted to fix things.
Voters waited to vote at the Coral Gables Library in Florida on Saturday.
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Elon Musk Spends $474 Million on the 2026 Midterm Elections
Never before has a single ultrawealthy person who was not running for office spent this much during a single election cycle.
Elon Musk in the Oval Office in May 2025. After a tumultuous year with President Trump, he has spent heavily in 2026 to help Republicans.
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Vance Leans Into Personal Attacks on the Campaign Trail
Vice President JD Vance’s sharp-edged rhetoric shows his instincts as a politician as attention is about to shift to the 2028 presidential race.
Political observers said that the midterm campaign had showcased how Vice President JD Vance appears to tailor his political persona to different audiences.
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Senate Control After the Midterms: Party Switches, Ties and Wild Cards
The likelihood of a slim majority leaves room for several hard-to-predict scenarios that could affect the balance of power.
The midterm elections on Tuesday could lead to a number of close outcomes for the Senate.
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Parties End the Midterm Election With Their Closing Arguments
Republicans, worried about losing control of Congress, are sending dire warnings about the opposing party. Democrats are trying to keep their focus on affordability, corruption and President Trump.
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Midterm Elections: Who Is Winning the Race for Congress?
We’re one day away from the midterms. Here’s the state of play.
Ken Paxton Leans on Trump in Tight Texas Senate Race
Facing an energized Democratic opponent, the Texas attorney general is testing whether party loyalty can overcome voters’ reservations about him.
Attorney General Ken Paxton of Texas has been campaigning across the state as he seeks a Senate seat in Tuesday’s election.
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