when are the midterms
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 evenânumbered years.
What âmidtermsâ means
- Midterms are the nationwide elections that take place halfway through a presidentâs fourâyear 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 Trumpâs 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 downâballot races as well.
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