The battle for Congress is just the beginning. Here's what's at stake on Election Day

What happened

President Trump addressed voters in front of the Reflecting Pool, spending ample time touting his Washington, D.C., beautification plans ahead of the midterm elections. CBS News ↗

Also reported

Election Day 2026 sees Republicans defending slim majorities as early voting shatters records with over 54 million ballots already cast nationwide. Fox News ↗

Sources

• Trump's unusual last-minute message to voters before the midterms CBS News
• The battle for Congress is just the beginning. Here's what's at stake on Election Day Fox News
• Where the battle for Congress stands heading into Election Day PBS News
• The battle for Congress is just the beginning. Here's what's at stake on Election Day Fox News
• Battle for control of Congress takes center stage ahead of Election Day NBC 5 Chicago
• Fox News First leads with the battle for Congress on Election Day Mezha