Early voting for the 2026 United States midterm elections has commenced in several states.
Reader brief
Through the Reader lens: Early voting for the 2026 midterm elections has started in Virginia, Idaho, Minnesota, and South Dakota, with other states expected to follow. The November 3 elections will determine the balance of power in Congress, impacting the final two years of the Trump administration. Key issues for voters include inflation, the ongoing conflict with Iran, artificial intelligence, and immigration policies.
What to watch next
- The impact of the election on Republican majorities in both houses of Congress.
- The influence of new congressional district maps on voter outcomes.
- Ongoing legal and administrative challenges regarding election security and voting procedures.
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