US federal midterm elections are held in even‑numbered years, on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November; the next midterms are scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

What “midterms” means

  • Midterms are the nationwide elections that occur halfway through a president’s four‑year term, hence the name midterm.
  • They decide control of Congress and many state and local offices, but not the presidency.

Key 2026 midterm details

  • Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, across all U.S. states and most territories.
  • Federal races: All 435 U.S. House seats and about 33–35 U.S. Senate seats will be on the ballot.

Why they matter

  • The results determine which party controls the House and Senate for the final two years of the current presidential term.
  • Outcomes shape national policy fights, investigations, and the political landscape heading into the 2028 presidential election.

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