Midterms 2026: Congress Polls and More - NBC News

U.S. midterm elections influenced by billionaire donors

Billionaire donors have greatly impacted the U.S. midterm elections. Megadonors have spent over $1 billion. The Trump administration is escalating midterm efforts, including Supreme Court involvement in a California case. Voters are casting ballots in a pessimistic economic environment, concerned about immigration and the economy. Polls and live results for key races are being watched carefully.

“The Trump administration is escalating midterm efforts, including Supreme Court involvement in a California case,” — Hugo Halloway, policy watcher at Newton Stow Analytics, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 30 — Billionaire donors have greatly impacted the U.S....

Nov 1 — Polls and live results for key races are being watched carefully....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Newton Stow Analytics desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Newton Stow Analytics desk and last updated 22:48 UTC.

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