US midterms 2026: Can Democrats flip four Republican-held Senate seats? 11 key races to watch, from Texas to Ohio
US midterms 2026: Democrats are seeking to flip four Republican-held Senate seats to take control of Congress in the US midterms. With several races closely contested, Trump’s approval ratings, voter frustration and campaign spending could shape the outcome.
Democratic candidates are gaining ground in seven key Senate battlegrounds, according to a new poll, potentially jeopardizing Republican control of the chamber. The New York Times/Siena poll shows Democrats leading in states such as Texas, Kansas, Maine, Ohio, and Alaska. Iowa and Michigan also show close races, while Democrats have a significant lead in Michigan, the only state among the seven where Republicans are targeting a Democratic-held seat.
While the poll indicates a likely Democratic Senate majority, the narrow margins in several contests suggest outcomes remain uncertain.
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