Campaigns · 119th Congress
At the Races: Breaking ranks
Advocates for repealing the current law quickly restarted the effort to get it on the ballot again in 2026. Maine is the other state that uses ranked-choice voting in federal elections.
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2026 is shaping up as a ‘Year of the Woman’ for Democratic primaries
Michigan Rep. Haley Stevens is among several female Senate candidates facing other women in Democratic primaries.
Battle of the exes: Former Hill staffers take on incumbents
With 2026 midterm elections still 18 months away, at least four ex-aides have already launched congressional campaigns. In California, Rep.
It’s time for age limits for members of Congress
Markey (78) and Rhode Island’s Jack Reed (75) have announced they’ll seek reelection in 2026. New Hampshire’s Jeanne Shaheen (78) bowed out recently and could be joined in retirement by Richard J.
5 takeaways from first-quarter fundraising reports
New federal fundraising disclosures show vulnerable senators on both sides of the aisle amassing large war chests in advance of the 2026 elections, with Georgia Democrat Jon Ossoff leading the pack.
Campaigns · 119th Congress
At the Races: TikTok-ing their way to victory
— By Roll Call’s Ryan Kelly Coming up Both the House and Senate have a two-week recess on tap, which could give members weighing their 2026 plans a chance to consider whether to run again or
Liberal candidate wins Wisconsin Supreme Court election in boost for Democrats
"We’re working hard to continue the trend in the Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey elections this year and then – with the people on our side – to take back the House in 2026," he said in a statement
These House members are running or weighing bids for Senate or governor
Below is a look at some of the House members, and a smattering of senators, who may land new titles after 2026. Arizona Republican Rep.
Trump signs stopgap spending measure, averting shutdown
Closing the books Clearing the yearlong stopgap measure Friday, Thune said on the floor earlier in the day, would allow Congress to close the books on last year’s business and move on to fiscal 2026 spending
House Democrats decamp to Virginia for annual retreat as stopgap fight plays out
Underscoring Democrats’ plans for the next two years is their goal to win control of the House in the 2026 midterm elections.
Democratic Rep. Lucy McBath explores run for governor in Georgia
Gonzales rates the 2026 gubernatorial election in Georgia as a Battleground race. Republicans could have a contested primary in the race to succeed Kemp.
DCCC announces leadership roster for 2026 cycle
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee announced its leadership team for the 2026 cycle on Thursday. Washington Rep.
Vulnerable lawmakers begin 2026 cycle with modest war chests
Senators facing the most competitive reelection fights on the initial 2026 battleground map are mostly beginning the cycle with modest war chests that are likely to grow as they transition into campaign
Hill Democrats largely stay on sidelines as party decides on new national chair
including most members of Congress, have refrained from publicly weighing in on a contest that could set the party’s course as it navigates the Trump era and shapes its messaging in the run-up to the 2026
Republicans hold all the keys as second Trump term begins
They will need to do that soon, since the 2026 midterm elections are approaching more quickly than you think.
An early look at potentially vulnerable senators in 2026
Nevertheless, if 2026 is to be a strong year for Senate Democrats, their path to retaking the majority requires them to make gains in states that have swung decidedly Republican in recent years.Â
‘At this point, I have no hope’: Injured officers, Democrats still waiting for Jan. 6 plaque
But Democrats invested in the issue said the clearest path they see to dedicating the plaque is to win back the majority in 2026.
Bombshell report finds evidence Gaetz had sex with minor, paid for sex and took drugs while in Congress
Gaetz, who on Sunday teased a potential Senate run from Florida in 2026, is expected to join the One America News network next month as an anchor.Â
Klobuchar poised to become No. 3 Senate Democrat
Schumer has led the Democratic caucus since 2017, while Durbin, who is up for reelection in 2026, is the party’s longtime whip.
Campaigns · 118th Congress
At the Races: DNC, or the Democrats’ Next Campaign
Ro Khanna said he expected much of the party’s messaging ahead of the 2026 midterms to come from Capitol Hill, rather than the DNC.Â