Control of Congress hangs in the balance as voters head to the polls in the 2026 midterms

Control of Congress hangs in the balance as voters head to the polls for the midterm elections on Tuesday, November 3. President Donald Trump spent a 32 day tour of the country to win back support from alienated Republican voters ahead of the vote. Republicans were defending majorities in both chambers, while Democrats fought to compete for control. Analysts cautioned that polling may underestimate conservative turnout. The New York Times noted that the Senate race in Michigan could shape Democratic ambitions beyond this election. Source: [Fox News](https://www.foxnews.com/us/whats-stake-election-day-battle-congress-more-top-headlines)