US Midterm Elections 2026: As It Happened
Follow our live coverage of the 2026 US midterm elections, including key races, crypto-backed candidates, and the potential impact on digital asset regulation.
Election Results:
- Democrats Secure Control of Congress: Democrats have won both chambers of the US Congress. They secured 54 Senate seats and 228 House seats, while Republicans took 44 Senate and 139 House seats.
- Key Races and Implications:
- Senate: Democrat Troy Jackson defeated Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine. Josh Turek's win in Iowa secured the 51st Democratic Senate seat, giving them control.
- House: Democrats flipped the House, with Rep. Hakeem Jeffries set to become Speaker.
What the Crypto Industry Needs to Know:
- Crypto Legislation and Regulation: The election outcome could significantly impact cryptocurrency legislation, including the stalled CLARITY Act. Democrats' control may intensify scrutiny of President Trump's crypto ventures.
- Priority Races: The Blockchain Association's election dashboard identified 62 priority congressional races, highlighting the industry's focus on these key contests.
Election Updates:
- Nov. 4, 03:35 ET: Republican Pete Ricketts, backed by crypto PACs, wins Nebraska.
- Nov. 4, 01:29 ET: Democrats win control of the US House, flipping a chamber from Republicans.
- Nov. 4, 01:02 ET: Democrat Troy Jackson defeats Susan Collins in Maine, a significant shift in crypto-friendly representation.
- Nov. 3, 23:51 ET: President Trump congratulates Democrats on their Senate win, signaling a potential shift in regulatory priorities.
- Nov. 3, 23:37 ET: Democrats officially win control of the US Senate, securing 51 seats.
Remember that these results represent a significant shift in US politics and could have wide-ranging implications for the crypto industry.