US Midterm Elections 2026: The FT’s Guide

US midterm elections 2026: The FT’s guide

Democrats see an opening to retake the Senate as voters weigh inflation, fuel prices, Iran, immigration and Trump’s record.

Midterm pocketbook pain bites Trump

Illustration: Maura Losch/AxiosFive weeks before the midterms, Americans' pocketbook pain is getting worse: paychecks haven't kept up with inflation for the better part of this year, and borrowing costs have surged.Why it matters: President Trump's record is effectively on the ballot, and economic sentiment remains deeply depressed, including among Republican voters.This is the backdrop as voters prepare to cast their midterm ballots: 1. In the …

US midterms 2026: How elections could reshape Trump’s power and control of Congress

The upcoming 2026 midterm elections are set for November 3 and will influence US President Trump's legislative agenda. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats will be contested, impacting congressional control. Republicans currently hold slim majorities and face challenges in retaining control. Economical concerns are central issues for voters, which may affect election outcomes. Trump's role in the elections remains significant despite not bein…

Analyst Predicts Bitcoin Could Drop to $73,000 After U.S. Midterms

TL;DR Analyst Ali Charts points to $73,000 as a potential Bitcoin support level after the Nov. 3 U.S. midterm elections. His review highlights sharp post-midterm declines across earlier cycles, while warning that elections alone did not cause those moves. A bullish counterpoint comes from VanEck’s Matthew Sigel, who sees a path toward $100,000 as Bitcoin ...

Is a Bitcoin Dump Ahead? Here’s What the Upcoming US Midterm Elections Could Mean for the BTC Price

Bitcoin has posted negative Q4 returns during every previous US midterm year, making late-2026 price action worth watching closely

Analyst warns U.S. midterm elections could spark ‘Bitcoin dump’

An analysts says that Bitcoin could face renewed selling pressure following the 2026 U.S. midterm elections based on historical trends.