Democrats, Republicans seek 'trifecta' wins in the 2026 midterms
Summary
In the 2026 midterm elections, both Democrats and Republicans are trying to win full control of state governments, called "trifectas," by holding the governor's office and both state legislative chambers. Democrats have several chances to gain trifectas in states like Pennsylvania, Minnesota, and Nevada, while Republicans have fewer opportunities but are focused on defending and possibly gaining control in states like Kansas.Key Facts
- A "trifecta" means one party controls the governor’s office and both state legislative chambers.
- Democrats aim to flip the Pennsylvania state Senate while keeping the governorship if Governor Josh Shapiro wins again.
- In Pennsylvania, Democrats currently control the House, and Republicans control the Senate.
- Minnesota’s state House is nearly evenly split, and Democrats want to gain full control along with the governorship.
- Nevada Democrats hold legislative majorities and want to win the governorship to get a trifecta.
- Republicans are focused on holding their current state majorities and have a chance at a trifecta in Kansas.
- Both parties see controlling state governments as important to passing laws on issues like wages, abortion, healthcare, and workers’ rights.
- The election outcome will shape policy decisions and political power in multiple states.
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