US midterm elections 2026: live results from Senate, House and governor races

The 2026 midterms have delivered Democrats control of both chambers of Congress and gains in key governor’s races, in a major rejection of Donald Trump’s agenda. With results still being counted, Democrats have won 53 Senate seats, a net gain of seven, against 42 for Republicans; 30 of 35 Senate races have been called. In the House, Democrats have secured 224 seats, gaining 25 and passing the 218 needed for a majority, while Republicans have 134, with 358 of 435 races called. Democrats also lead the gubernatorial tally, winning 25 races to Republicans’ 19, a net gain of four; 30 of 36 contests have been decided.

Before the vote, Republicans held the Senate and House, and the outcome hinged on a small number of competitive races. Thirty-three Senate seats were regularly contested, alongside special elections in Florida and Ohio, while every House seat was up for election. Governors were being chosen in 36 states and three territories. The results have sweeping consequences: Congress must pass most federal legislation, the Senate confirms senior presidential appointments and approves treaties, and governors shape state policy through budgets, executive action and vetoes. The page explains that results are reported by the Associated Press, which can declare a winner before all ballots are counted when the trailing candidate has no viable path to victory. Vote totals and estimates continue to change as counting proceeds.