Midterm elections 2026: all 435 House seats and a third of the Senate vote Nov. 3
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The 2026 midterm elections are on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Updated (ET)
All 435 seats in the House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate are on the ballot, per USAGov.
Federal law (2 U.S.C. §7) sets Election Day as the Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even-numbered years, which in 2026 is November 3.
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Election Day | Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | 2 U.S.C. §7 |
| House seats on the ballot | All 435 | USAGov |
| Senate seats on the ballot | One-third | USAGov |
FAQ
When are the 2026 midterms?
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, under 2 U.S.C. §7. (Source)
How many House seats are up in 2026?
All 435. (Source)
How much of the Senate is up in 2026?
One-third of the Senate. (Source)
Why is Election Day on November 3, 2026?
Federal law sets it as the Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even-numbered years. (Source)
What day of the week are the 2026 midterms?
Tuesday. (Source)
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