By Karim Hammam
Voting is underway in the 2026 United States midterm elections, with polls beginning to close in several states as the first results start to trickle in.
Live updates and analysis
News outlets are providing live coverage of the midterms, including real-time results, interactive maps, and charts tracking key races for Congress and state offices.
Why the midterms matter
The outcome will determine control of the House of Representatives and the Senate, shaping the legislative agenda for the remainder of the presidential term.
