The U.S. midterm elections will be held on November 3, with 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 seats in the Senate up for election.

According to Sky News, the 2026 U.S. midterm elections will be held on November 3, at which time all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 seats in the Senate will go up for election. The Republican Party currently controls both chambers, holding 218 seats in the House compared to the Democrats' 214, and 53 seats in the Senate versus the Democrats' 47. The Federal Election Commission has also confirmed the date for the 2026 federal elections as November 3. Sky News noted that issues such as the economy, the cost of living, and rising energy prices stemming from the war with Iran have emerged as key focal points for the midterms. Due to the narrow seat gap in the House, both parties are closely vying for control of Congress.