As is known, in early November of this year, the United States will determine the composition of the country's legislative body, the Congress, and form the 120th Congress, which will begin its work in January 2027.
Yeniavaz.com reports that all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 of the 100 seats in the Senate will be up for grabs. The winners will be elected to six-year (Senate) and two-year (House of Representatives) terms.
It should be noted that the Republican Party currently holds a majority in both houses of Congress. The 2026 elections will be the first midterm elections since US President Donald Trump's reelection in 2024.
Analysts believe that voter attitudes toward the Trump administration's economic and immigration policies could play a significant role in the elections. Recent polls show that some voters are critical of the government's performance in these areas.
In preparation for the US elections, states are holding party primaries. This process will last from March to mid-September 2026, and will determine the leading candidates from each party.
Experts believe the 2026 midterm elections could change the balance of political power in the US. The results of these elections will determine not only the composition of Congress but also the policies the presidential administration will pursue over the next two years.
According to the latest polls conducted in connection with the 2026 midterm elections, support for Democratic candidates is higher among voters. In a survey conducted by the polling company Decision Desk HQ, 45.1% of respondents said they would vote for the Democratic candidate, while 40.5% said they would vote for the Republican candidate.
According to the average of various RealClearPolling polls, Democrats lead Republicans by approximately 47.2% to 42.8%.
Another poll by Silver Bulletin found that Democrats have an even wider lead over Republicans: 48% support Democrats, while 42.7% support Republicans.
Polls show that Democratic support is higher among women voters: 53% support Republicans, while 38% support Democrats. Among male voters, the situation is more tense: 47% support Republicans, while 42% support Democrats.
The 2026 elections will be the first midterm election for Donald Trump, who was re-elected president in 2024. Historically, the president's party has often lost ground in midterm elections in the US. Therefore, analysts see this election as a serious test for the Republicans. Recent data suggests that support for the ruling party has weakened among some younger voters.

Murad Mammadov