2026 midterm elections: Races for governor across the US

Amid the nationwide fight between Democrats and Republicans over who will control the House and Senate in Washington after Election Day are dozens more skirmishes that will decide which party wields the levers of power in state capitals across the country. 

Sen. Mark Warner talks AI guardrails, economy and final Senate campaign
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Virginia Sen. Mark Warner outlines his key priorities in the closing stretch of his bid for a fourth and final term, addressing rising consumer costs, healthcare challenges, and his track record of bipartisan dealmaking. Drawing on his background in technology, Warner advocates for federal guardrails on artificial intelligence and data centers—including clean power requirements, community setbacks, and child safety standards—while contrasting his legislative vision with that of his opponent and Donald Trump ahead of Election Day.

Iowa’s 2026 Senate race: What to know about Josh Turek vs Ashley Hinson

With control of Congress on the line in the November 3 midterm elections, one of the pivotal races to watch is happening in Iowa. Here's what you need to know.

Alaska's 2026 Senate race: What to know about Mary Peltola vs Dan Sullivan

Alaska’s competitive Senate race features four candidates, including two Republicans named Dan Sullivan, and will use ranked-choice voting.

Ohio's 2026 Senate race: What to know about Sherrod Brown vs Jon Husted

Former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown and Republican Sen. Jon Husted are set to face off in Ohio’s 2026 Senate race, a closely watched contest that could influence control of the chamber.

Maine's 2026 Senate race: What to know about Susan Collins vs. Troy Jackson

Troy Jackson will face longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine’s 2026 U.S. Senate election, a contest national analysts rate as a toss‑up and one that could help determine control of the chamber.

Texas’ 2026 Senate race: What to know about Ken Paxton vs James Talarico

The race for the U.S. Senate in Texas, which has become one of the most expensive non-presidential races in history, could end with a Democrat taking a seat that has long been considered a Texas stronghold, polls suggest. 

Virginia 2026 midterm election: Key deadlines, early voting dates, how to register

Are you registered to vote? Do you know how to check? How do you get a mail-in ballot? Here's what you need to know about voting in Virginia this election.

Michigan's 2026 Senate race: What to know about Abdul El-Sayed vs Mike Rogers

On Nov. 3, Michigan voters will choose between progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers for the U.S. Senate. Here’s what to know.

Trump to deliver final midterm pitch at Reflecting Pool
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to return to the Reflecting Pool to make his closing pitch ahead of the midterm elections.

Judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit over controversial Alaska Senate race

The Justice Department plans to appeal after a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit that aimed to block the certification of Alaska’s U.S. Senate race if the incumbent Republican candidate, Sen. Dan Sullivan, lost.  

Final midterms push as candidates rally across the country
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Analyst Brian Maloney joins FOX 5 Weekend Live to discuss the final push from candidates ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Haley Stevens: 'My vote for Senate is going to be with Mike Rogers'

Haley Stevens announced Sunday, in a stunning political upset with just two days left before the election, that she was voting for Republican Mike Rogers for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat.

Big turnout for early voting in midterms
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Alain Sanders, professor emeritus of political science, joins us to discuss the final push for the 2026 midterm elections, President Trump's arch battle, and more.

3 taxpayer-funded Trump administration ads must be taken down, judge rules

A U.S. district judge ruled Friday that the federal government must pull three taxpayer-funded commercials, including one that praised President Donald Trump’s claim that every American will receive $5,000 if Republicans keep control of Congress in the midterm election. 

Simultaneous civil and criminal investigations launched over Alaska Dem ballot-stacking allegations

The top federal prosecutor in Alaska confirmed Friday that both a civil and criminal investigation have begun into allegations of Democratic efforts to recruit a man named Dan Sullivan to run against the existing incumbent Republican senator to potentially confuse voters. 

Who has the final say in contested elections? How the midterms could play out

Tuesday’s midterm elections will determine who controls Congress, and if the races are too close to call, it could be members of Congress themselves who get the final say in who won.

Early voting concludes this weekend in DMV
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Early in-person voting concludes this weekend across parts of the Washington, D.C. region ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3.