The next major American nationwide election is the 2026 midterm election, scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Key date: next American election

  • The next big nationwide election in the United States after the 2024 presidential race is the 2026 midterm general election.
  • It will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, following the usual pattern of federal elections on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.

What is being elected in 2026?

  • All 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives will be on the ballot in the 2026 elections.
  • Around one-third of U.S. Senate seats (33–35 seats, depending on special elections) will be contested as part of the 2026 Senate elections.
  • Many states will also hold elections for governors and other state and local offices on the same day.

Quick context for 2026

  • The 2026 midterms will take place during President Donald Trump’s current term, which began with his inauguration in January 2025.
  • As with other midterms, the outcome will heavily influence the balance of power in Congress and the ability of the president to advance policy priorities.

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