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US Midterms Put Control of Congress in Focus

Politics · First reported 30 Oct, 11:05 · Updated 09:52

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Voters are choosing all 435 House members, 35 senators and governors in 36 states on November 3. The outcome will decide which party controls Congress and shape President Donald Trump’s ability to advance his agenda; coverage also highlights voting procedures, competitive races and the campaign’s political stakes.

The November 3 elections include all 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats and governor races in 36 states.
Republicans hold narrow majorities in both chambers, and the results will determine control of Congress for the next two years.
The House contest could turn on a small number of close races; coverage identifies 10 Republican-held districts as pivotal.
The result could affect Trump’s legislative agenda and congressional scrutiny of his administration, as well as political positioning ahead of 2028.
Voting guidance says mail ballots generally need to be postmarked by Election Day, while polling hours, identification rules and ballot drop-off options vary by state.

Summary written by Lux AI from 6 articles

Key facts

Election date: November 3, 2026
House seats contested: 435
Senate seats contested: 35
States holding governor elections: 36
House districts described as competitive: About 40, according to ABC News

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Background

An earlier Lux story said Democrats held get-out-the-vote events before the election and reported 54 million early ballots, alongside a likely Democratic House majority in polls and a competitive Senate contest.

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Al JazeeraT1Lean leftMixed factuality
When will we know the US midterm election results?
3 Nov, 07:27
The Japan TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
A guide to the U.S. midterm elections’ biggest questions
3 Nov, 07:03
The GuardianT1LeftHigh factuality
Americans head to polls in midterm elections seen as referendum on Trump
3 Nov, 07:00
France 24T1CentreHigh factuality
Midterms live: Americans head to the polls to vote in election crucial for Trump's remaining term
3 Nov, 05:45
BBCT1CentreHigh factuality
Americans head to the polls for elections that could define Trump's closing chapter
3 Nov, 05:00
Al JazeeraT1Lean leftMixed factuality
What time do polls open and close in the US midterm elections 2026?
3 Nov, 04:52
Hindustan TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
2026 US midterm elections: What is at stake for key players
3 Nov, 04:41
RapplerT1Lean leftHigh factuality
Tensions rise as US midterm campaign ends with control of Congress at stake
3 Nov, 03:57
The HinduT1Lean leftHigh factuality
U.S. votes for midterm elections, seen as referendum on Trump
3 Nov, 03:20
The Straits TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
When will we know who’s won the US midterm elections?
3 Nov, 03:11
RTÉ NewsT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterms set to deliver verdict on Trump presidency
3 Nov, 03:01
RTÉ NewsT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterms set to deliver verdict on Trump presidency
3 Nov, 03:01
RTÉ NewsT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterms set to deliver verdict on Trump presidency
3 Nov, 03:01
Hindustan TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
Economic discontent on minds as US votes in midterm elections
3 Nov, 02:56
Hindustan TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterm elections 2026 LIVE: ‘The sitting president doesn’t win midterms’, says Trump as he makes final pitch
3 Nov, 02:12
ABC NewsT1CentreHigh factuality
Trump's not on the ballot so what does he have to do with the midterms?
3 Nov, 01:33
South China Morning PostT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterm elections 2026: all you need to know
3 Nov, 00:00
DWT1CentreVery high factuality
US: Trump labels Democrats 'dangerous' ahead of midterms
2 Nov, 23:37
RTÉ NewsT1CentreHigh factuality
What you need to know about the 2026 US midterm elections
2 Nov, 23:03
New York PostT1RightMixed factuality
The 10 GOP frontliners who will determine control of the House
2 Nov, 22:13
CNAT1CentreHigh factuality
Commentary: What to watch for in the US midterm elections
2 Nov, 21:59
The New York TimesT1Lean leftHigh factuality
When Trump Says He’s on the Ballot, Believe Him
2 Nov, 21:55
ABC NewsT1CentreHigh factuality
Trump describes midterms as 'most important in our lifetime'
2 Nov, 21:39
ABC NewsT1CentreHigh factuality
Trump describes midterms as 'most important in our lifetime'
2 Nov, 21:39
CNAT1CentreHigh factuality
Trump makes final US midterm pitch at troubled Reflecting Pool
2 Nov, 21:35
South China Morning PostT1CentreHigh factuality
Trump closes midterm campaign calling Democratic candidates ‘most dangerous ever’
2 Nov, 21:29
The Irish NewsT1Centre
Trump says midterms most important ‘in our lifetime’ as voters head to polls
2 Nov, 21:28
Washington ExaminerT1RightMixed factuality
Senate scorecard: How nine coin-toss races are stacking up on final day before midterm elections
2 Nov, 20:40
Financial TimesT1CentreVery high factuality
Key races that will decide the US midterm elections
2 Nov, 20:12
France 24T1CentreHigh factuality
Free and fair? The Midterms and the state of US democracy
2 Nov, 19:37
Daily MailT1RightMixed factuality
Your guide to the 2026 midterm elections: Everything you need to know about when voting closes and when we can expect the results
2 Nov, 19:00
The Indian ExpressT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterms 2026: 5 key things to watch as American voters decide control of Congress
2 Nov, 18:12
The Irish NewsT1Centre
US voters to head to polls in crunch elections seen as referendum on Trump
2 Nov, 17:26
Le MondeT1Lean leftHigh factuality
2026 US midterms: A quick guide to understanding the midterm elections
2 Nov, 16:22
The Indian ExpressT1CentreHigh factuality
Interactive | US midterm elections 2026: Voting time in India, key races and when results will be announced
2 Nov, 16:08
Hindustan TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterm elections 2026: Voting date, polling hours, how to find your polling station and ID rules
2 Nov, 16:05
EuronewsT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterm elections 2026: What are they and when will we know the results?
2 Nov, 13:20
The Straits TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
American voters in a sour economic mood heading into midterm elections
2 Nov, 12:21
The Straits TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
Six things to watch as US voters decide control of Congress
2 Nov, 11:12
The Straits TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
6 things to watch as US voters decide control of Congress
2 Nov, 11:12
The Times of IndiaT1Lean rightMixed factuality
US midterm elections 2026: What they are, why they matter and when results will be out
2 Nov, 08:50
Hindustan TimesT1CentreHigh factuality
US midterm election 2026 LIVE: Trump's approval rating tanks ahead of key vote, Iran tensions
2 Nov, 05:27
Al JazeeraT1Lean leftMixed factuality
US midterms live: Last-ditch efforts ahead of Tuesday’s elections
1 Nov, 13:42
The HillT1CentreHigh factuality
The 10 races that will decide House control
1 Nov, 11:00
The GuardianT1LeftHigh factuality
Are the US midterms going to see a blue wave of Democrats winning seats – or a blue flood?
1 Nov, 05:00
Nikkei AsiaT1Lean rightHigh factuality
After US midterms, democracy will face test of ability to self-correct
1 Nov, 04:45
The HinduT1Lean leftHigh factuality
What are U.S. midterm elections?
31 Oct, 01:41
Financial TimesT1CentreVery high factuality
The effects of a midterm ‘blue wave’ will be felt for years
30 Oct, 17:00
ABC NewsT1Lean leftHigh factuality
These House races could determine which party is in control in the next Congress
30 Oct, 11:05
The Journal (Ireland)T2Lean leftHigh factuality
Americans vote in midterms set to upend Trump presidency
3 Nov, 06:51
EuractivT2CentreHigh factuality
US midterms: Brussels shrugs at prospect of Trump defeat
3 Nov, 03:00
GB NewsT2RightMixed factuality
Donald Trump says midterms are the 'most important in our lifetime' as voters prepare to head to the polls
3 Nov, 00:19
The StandardT2Lean rightHigh factuality
Trump says midterms most important ‘in our lifetime’ as voters head to polls
2 Nov, 21:28
MashableT2Lean leftHigh factuality
How to vote in the US midterm elections: Find when polls open, close, and other details
2 Nov, 19:50
The StandardT2Lean rightHigh factuality
US voters to head to polls in crunch elections seen as referendum on Trump
2 Nov, 17:26
Taipei TimesT2Lean leftHigh factuality
US midterm elections and Taiwan
2 Nov, 16:51
The Journal (Ireland)T2Lean leftHigh factuality
What you need to know about the US midterm elections taking place next week
31 Oct, 06:30

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