Swinging the Balance: What’s at Stake in the 2026 Midterms

With control of both the House and Senate in play and potential shakeups in several governor races, the 2026 midterms could usher in a new political era well beyond the 2028 presidential election. From redistricting warfare and populist primary upsets to shifting oversight priorities and offbeat paths to bipartisan collaboration, our team gives their predictions on how the results will tilt the balance of power at every level of government.