US Midterm Elections 2026: Live Updates
Follow live coverage of the 2026 US midterm elections, including key races, crypto-backed candidates, and the potential impact on digital asset regulation.
Key Takeaways:
- Democrats Secure Senate Majority: Democrats have gained control of the US Senate with 51 seats, surpassing the 50-seat threshold. (Source: Associated Press)
- House of Representatives Projected to Flip: The Democratic Party is expected to secure a majority in the House, with 218 seats.
- Crucial Races and Spending: The Blockchain Association's dashboard highlights 62 priority races, including 18 Senate and 44 House contests. The crypto industry has seen significant spending in these races, with approximately $63 million in Ohio and $7 million from the Digital Freedom Fund in Texas.
Live Election Updates:
- Nov. 3, 23:37 ET: Democrats Win US Senate Majority. Josh Turek's victory in Iowa solidifies the Democratic control of the Senate, impacting the future of the CLARITY Act and influencing committee leadership.
- Nov. 3, 23:28 ET: Democrats Nearing Control of Congress. With 50 seats projected, Democrats are close to securing a majority in the Senate and, according to Decision Desk HQ, a majority in the House.
- Nov. 3, 23:12 ET: Sherrod Brown Wins in Ohio. Democrat Sherrod Brown, a known crypto critic, defeats Republican Jon Husted in a race marked by substantial crypto industry spending.
- Nov. 3, 23:11 ET: Another GOP Stronghold Falls. James Talarico wins Texas' Senate race, becoming the first Democrat to win a statewide election in Texas since 1994.