‘A referendum on the president’: How do the midterms work?
U.S. midterm elections are held halfway through a presidential term to choose candidates for Congress and other offices. Democrats and Republicans compete in state primaries to select nominees for 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats up for election in 2026. The contests reshape political landscapes and often signal voter sentiment toward the sitting president.
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Published 21 Jul 2026, 05:44 UTC · Updated 21 Jul 2026, 05:51 UTC
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