The next U.S. midterm elections will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Key date

  • Federal midterm Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
  • This is the standard federal election timing: the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even‑numbered years.

What “midterms” means

  • Midterms are the nationwide elections that take place halfway through a president’s four‑year term.
  • In 2026, voters will choose all 435 U.S. House members and 35 of 100 U.S. Senate seats, plus many governors and state/local offices.

2026 context and stakes

  • The 2026 midterms will occur during Donald Trump’s second term, shaping control of the 120th Congress.
  • Over 40,000 offices are expected to be on ballots nationwide, making it a major cycle for down‑ballot races as well.

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