Midterms 2026: follow the results of the midterm elections, crucial for Donald Trump, and the first reactions

Nearly 250 million American voters are called to the polls in what amounts to a referendum for or against the continuation of President Donald Trump's action.

What you need to know

Will the “blue wave” predicted for US President Donald Trump by the polls come true? Some 250 million American voters are expected to vote on Tuesday, November 3, in the United States, during the traditional mid-term elections. The vote, which aims to renew a third of the Senate and the entire House of Representatives, could end in a clear victory for the Democrats against the Republicans. The last polling stations, in Hawaii or Alaska, will not close until Wednesday morning. This will not prevent the first estimates, from key states, such as Florida, from falling a few hours after midnight (Paris time). Follow our live broadcast and the show “Midterms: American night”, presented by Léa Salamé from midnight to 6 a.m. on franceinfo and France 2.

Control of Congress at stake. The House of Representatives, where all seats are up for grabs, and the Senate, where 35 seats (out of 100) are up for vote, are controlled by a narrow Republican majority. Polls predict Democrats could win in both chambers. Their victory would complicate the action of President Donald Trump, still in power for two years.

More than 58 million Americans have already voted. The figure is up significantly compared to 2022, according to calculations by the University of Florida. Some states, including Minnesota and Virginia, allow early voting, while others, such as California, allow mail-in voting. This possibility is regularly called into question by the Trump administration.

Donald Trump's popularity at its lowest. The midterms are traditionally similar to a referendum for or against the head of state in place. The billionaire's popularity rating was at its lowest with only 37.5% positive opinions, according to The New York Times. A majority of voters thus judge the president's actions negatively on immigration, the economy and the cost of living.

A show to follow “American Night”. During the night from Tuesday to Wednesday, France 2 and Franceinfo channel 16 broadcast the program “Midterms: American Night” from midnight to 6 a.m. Alongside Léa Salamé, special correspondents, correspondents, experts and guests will follow and analyze the results and repercussions of this crucial election day in the United States.