
435 House Seats, 35 Senate Seats: Could Trump Lose Control Of Congress?
What Happened?
The 2026 US midterm elections will determine control of Congress, with all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats contested. Trump's declining approval ratings and rising living costs are key concerns for voters.
Key points
- All 435 House and 35 Senate seats are contested in the midterms.
- Trump's approval rating has fallen to around 38%.
- Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House with 218 seats.
- 18 House seats are classified as toss-ups, with 14 held by Republicans.
- Democrats need to win four Senate toss-up seats for a majority.
- Michigan's Senate race features Democrat Abdul El-Sayed against Republican Mike Rogers.
Key insights
- A Democratic majority could challenge Trump's policies and legislative agenda.
- Republicans face historical trends of losing seats in midterm elections.
- The elections may shift focus to the next generation of political leadership.
Why it matters
The outcome of the midterms could significantly impact Trump's ability to govern and shape the political landscape ahead of the 2028 presidential race.
Source
Times Now

