US EditionAhead of 2026 Midterms, PA’s Conor Lamb Fears Democratic Divisions
Off-year elections in New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City reveal voter dissatisfaction and party strengths as Americans prepare for the 2026 midterms, with two-thirds saying the country is off track.
- On Tuesday, results from off‑year elections in New Jersey, Virginia and the New York City mayor's race let voters weigh in on the country and communities, with ABC News framing the contests as a gauge one year before the 2026 midterms.
- Facing a federal shutdown, Democrats and Republicans are battling over spending and health care as more than 6 in 10 Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of the economy and blame him for inflation.
- Pollsters report broad perceptions of both parties being out of touch, with 68% saying the Democratic Party is out of touch and 63% feeling the same about President Donald Trump.
- A strong signal from voters could break the political impasse and spur reopening talks as California's redistricting ballot will shape next year's fight for control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
- A year out from the 2026 midterms, analysts warn turnout and primaries will matter as Democratic voters remain divided and House primaries feature up to five candidates.
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Virginia, New Jersey elections could signal national political mood ahead of 2026 midterms
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Tuesday is election day, and, as usual, the pundits are breathless, the predictions are dubious and the consultants are already counting their retainers. But make no mistake: Off-year elections matter. Tuesday’s results will shape the political landscape for 2026 and…
Ahead of 2026 midterms, PA’s Conor Lamb fears Democratic divisions
This article is made possible through Spotlight PA’s partnership with NOTUS, a nonpartisan news organization that covers government and politics with the fresh eyes of early career journalists and the expertise of veteran reporters. Former Rep. Conor Lamb sees similarities between the current election cycle and President Donald Trump’s midterm election in 2018 in which Democrats romped to a gain of 41 House seats. Just like 2018, Republicans are…
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