Election 2026 | US Senate Elections
2026 U.S. Senate Elections
The 2026 U.S. Senate elections, set for November 3, will feature 35 races—including special elections in Florida and Ohio—where Republicans are defending 23 seats and Democrats need a net gain of four to reclaim the majority from the GOP's current 53–47 majority.
47
Democrats
53
Republicans
51 or 50 needed for control
Election News
U.S. Representative Angie Craig of Minnesota has officially entered the 2026 U.S. Senate race, seeking to succeed retiring Democratic Senator Tina Smith.
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U.S. Representative Angie Craig of Minnesota has officially entered the 2026 U.S. Senate race, seeking to succeed retiring Democratic Senator Tina Smith.
Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) has officially launched her campaign for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat following Sen. Gary Peters' retirement.
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell, a stalwart of the Republican Party announced that he will not seek reelection in 2026.
U.S. Representative Andy Barr has officially announced his candidacy for Kentucky's open U.S. Senate seat in the 2026 election.
Michigan Senator Gary Peters, a respected Democrat known for his pragmatic approach announced that he will not seek reelection in 2026.
Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a prominent Democrat and a pivotal figure in New Hampshire announced that she will not run for reelection in 2026.
On April 23, 2025, Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois announced via X (formerly Twitter) that he would not run for reelection in 2026.
Minnesota Senator Tina Smith, a prominent Democratic figure announced that she will not seek reelection in 2026.