Today in Senate midterms · October 12, 2026
Senate control in play as spending nears $2 billion
The New York Times details Elon Musk's $276 million midterm effort to help Republicans.
The New York Times
Reuters outlines the races that will determine which party controls the U.S. Senate.
Reuters
Bloomberg reports Democrats are spending millions on ad buys in the Iowa and Ohio Senate races.
Bloomberg.com
A Star Tribune poll shows Peggy Flanagan with a narrow lead over Michele Tafoya in Minnesota.
Star Tribune
The New York Times has published its latest polling roundup for 2026 U.S. Senate races.
The New York Times
Fox News reports Democrats see new chances in red states, but face a $400 million GOP spending edge.
Fox News
Arkansas Advocate reports outside spending in the midterms is nearing $2 billion, led by the largest groups.
Arkansas Advocate
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