Complete 2026 midterm election calendar with primary and general election dates for all 50 states. Track U.S. Senate, U.S. House, governor races and more from AP News.
Early in 2026, the midterm “primary” elections will begin to be held across all states. These primary elections will determine which candidate is nominated to represent each political party for each congressional race. Primary dates vary by state.
A guide to the 2026 midterm elections outlining key dates, primary timelines, Election Day details, post-election processes, and the start of the 120th Congress.
In the United States, midterms are held every four years. They get their name from the fact that they occur in the middle of a presidential term.
Get the latest news on U.S. primary elections in 2026. Find more information about Democratic and Republican primary outcomes ahead of this year's midterms.
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With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, voters are tracking a busy calendar of key dates that will shape the battle for control of Congress, governorships, and statehouses.
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Follow the latest news, results and analysis from every race in the 2026 midterm elections.
Midterm elections happen every two years and can reshape Congress, state governments, and local policy — here's what to know before you vote.