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2026 midterm elections

The 2026 midterm elections, held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, will determine control of Congress and numerous governorships. As of October 31, 2026, early voting locations and accessibility guides have been released, with online tools from NYC.gov and Vote.org helping voters find nearby polling places.

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What to know

  • Democrats won majorities in the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms. Nov 4
  • The Washington Post attributes the Republican loss to a voter backlash against the MAGA movement. Nov 4
  • Kalshi reports 99% odds of a Democratic sweep in the 2026 midterms. Nov 3
  • Political betting now accounts for only 1% of Kalshi’s total trading volume. Nov 3
  • Most states open polls between 6 AM and 8 AM local time for the 2026 midterms. Nov 2

Timeline

  1. Nov 4, 2026
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  3. Nov 2, 2026
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  6. Oct 31, 2026
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