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US Midterm Election 2026
Coverage of the 2026 US midterm elections including Senate races, House contests, and state-level campaigns across multiple states including Texas and Georgia, along with related policy issues affecting voters.
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2026-09-10 to 2026-10-26 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 10 Sept, 02:31 UTC
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President Trump promised $5,000 to each American adult if Republicans win midterm elections
President Donald Trump promised $5,000 to each American adult if Republicans win the midterm elections. Budget experts criticized the proposal as potentially costing more than $1 trillion. Some Republicans in the party also panned the proposal.
Video tribute to Charlie Kirk shown at convention on anniversary of his assassination
The Republican convention showed a video tribute to Charlie Kirk, co-founder of the conservative group Turning Point USA, on Thursday, which was the one-year anniversary of his assassination. Kirk was assassinated at an event in Utah one year prior. Lucas Miles, a pastor and vice president at Turning Point, stated that Kirk's voice has grown louder since his death and that the mission lives on.
Senator Ted Cruz spoke at Republican convention and criticized liberal Democrats
Senator Ted Cruz of Texas spoke at the second night of the Republican convention on Thursday, railing against liberal Democrats. Cruz called for the party to stand and defeat communists and declared 'We must stay America.'
Vice President JD Vance speaks at Republican convention with speculation about 2028 presidential run
Vice President JD Vance took the primetime speaking slot on the second night of the Republican midterm convention on Thursday. Vance has not publicly stated whether he will run for president in 2028, but he is widely expected to run. The crowd chanted 'JD, JD, JD' during his remarks, and he raised $2 million for the Republican National Committee at a fundraiser in Dallas on Thursday.
Republican midterm convention held in Dallas with focus on House and Senate majorities
Republicans held a two-day midterm convention in Dallas, with the second and final day on Thursday. The convention focused on efforts to protect Republican majorities in the House and Senate in the November elections, despite historical headwinds that typically favor the party out of power in midterm elections.
Trump framed midterm election as referendum on his presidency
President Trump framed the midterm election as a referendum on his administration and encouraged voters to cast their ballots as if voting for him, saying 'Pretend I'm on the ballot.' He acknowledged that midterms are not typically won by the sitting president.
Democrats staged counterprogramming at Republican convention in Dallas
House Democrats gathered in Dallas for a second day of counterprogramming against the Republican convention. Rep. Robert Garcia criticized Trump and Vance for partying while American families struggle with affordability and grocery costs. Protesters marched down Dallas streets chanting 'Donald Trump's not welcome here' but were stopped by police from approaching the convention site.
Republican House Speaker unveiled 'Big Beautiful Bill' of tax breaks and spending cuts
House Speaker Mike Johnson presented what Republicans call their 'Big Beautiful Bill,' a package of tax breaks and spending cuts that the party plans to contrast with Democratic policies. The theme was called 'Contrast for America,' warning voters of a bleak future if Democrats take control of Congress.
Stewart Rhodes, former Oath Keepers leader, appeared at Republican convention
Stewart Rhodes, a former leader of the Oath Keepers militia group and one of many people pardoned by Trump for actions related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, appeared at the Republican midterm convention.
Republican Party holds first-ever convention before midterm elections
The Republican Party held its first convention before midterm elections in Dallas, Texas on September 9-10, 2026. The convention was organized to mobilize voters ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, marking an unprecedented format for the party.
Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk killed in campus shooting one year prior
Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was killed in a shooting at a campus meeting one year before September 2026. Vice President JD Vance referenced Kirk during his speech at the Republican convention.
Democratic Party projected to gain House majority in November midterms
Polling projections from Decision Desk HQ indicate Democrats are favored to gain control of the House of Representatives in the November 2026 midterm elections, with the Senate expected to be highly competitive.
JD Vance addresses Republican convention in Dallas
Vice President JD Vance delivered a prime-time speech at the Republican convention in Dallas on September 10, 2026, targeting undecided voters ahead of November midterm elections.
Donald Trump promises $5,000 dividend to American adults if Republicans retain Congress
President Donald Trump promised a $5,000 dividend to each American adult if Republicans maintain majorities in both the House of Representatives and Senate after the November midterm elections. Trump did not provide details on how this proposal would be financed.
U.S. military destroys five Iranian oil tankers
The U.S. military destroyed five Iranian oil tankers on September 8, ending a month-long pause in fighting during the ongoing war with Iran. This was part of escalating strikes against Iran that have been ongoing for approximately seven months.
Trump pledges $5,000 dividend to all American adults if Republicans retain Congress
President Donald Trump announced at the GOP midterm convention that if Republicans retain control of both the House and Senate, he would issue $5,000 dividend payments to all American adults. Trump stated the payments would be funded by tariff revenues and must be spent within the United States. He did not provide details on implementation or total cost, though estimates suggest approximately $1.35 trillion would be required.
Democratic Senator Fetterman appears in video at Republican convention
Democratic Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman made a surprise pre-recorded video appearance at the Republican midterm convention, introducing Republican Pennsylvania Senator David McCormick to the stage. In the video, Fetterman called himself a 'common-sense Democrat' and stated he rejects 'the extremes and socialism and that anti-American way of life,' pledging to work with McCormick and Trump to defend Pennsylvania's steel industry.
Republican convention speakers characterize Democrats as communists
Multiple Republican speakers at the midterm convention characterized Democrats as communists and far-left radicals. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer stated 'The Communist Party, excuse me, the Democrats have no leader.' Rep. Steve Scalise called it a 'Bolshevik Revolution in the Democratic Party.' These attacks focused on portraying the Democratic Party as increasingly radical.
Trump holds first Republican midterm convention in Dallas
President Trump held a keynote speech at the first-ever Republican midterm convention in Dallas on September 9. The two-day convention was held at the American Airlines Center and featured Trump speaking for approximately one hour and 45 minutes. Trump urged supporters to vote as if he were on the ballot, saying 'I'm asking you to pretend that I'm on the ballot.'
Trump administration points to tax cuts and prescription drug price reductions
Trump highlighted tax cuts passed by the GOP-controlled Congress, including no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and no tax on Social Security. He also emphasized prescription drug price cuts, claiming they were 'the largest prescription drug price cuts in history.'
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Midterm results will determine Trump's final two congressional years
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