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Start with the right lawmakers, organize your message, and choose the contact method that works for you.
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Choose a senator →2026 Election Results & What Happens Next
Democrats are projected to control the next House and Senate, according to AP and Reuters. Some races remain unresolved. The current Congress continues serving during the transition.
Senate: projected Democratic control
AP has called 34 of 35 Senate contests: 21 Democratic and 13 Republican. The incoming balance is 55 Democratic-aligned seats and 44 Republican seats, with Alaska still uncalled. Includes continuing senators and the two independents who caucus with Democrats.
These are projected seats, not certified results or today's seated membership.
Read AP’s Mississippi race call →House: projected Democratic control
Reuters reported 254 Democratic calls, 168 Republican calls and 13 uncalled contests on November 11. The final margin is still developing.
Read current congressional coverage →Regular terms begin January 3
New regular terms begin January 3, 2027. Vacancy special-election winners can qualify on a different timetable. The election does not automatically change existing laws.
Read the constitutional transition rule →This is a dated editorial snapshot, not a live vote feed. Official certification follows state procedures. For a flagged ballot, contact your election office promptly about any available correction process.
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Civic Confidence Toolkit
Prepare before you contact your senators
You do not need to be a policy expert to make your voice heard. Use this simple process to organize your thoughts, support your position with reliable information, and make a clear request.
Keep it focused: One issue, one personal reason, and one specific request are often more effective than a long list of concerns.
Choose one issue
Identify the bill, policy, or community concern you want your senator to address.
Check the facts
Review credible sources, note the bill number when available, and separate facts from opinion.
Prepare your message
State where you live, explain why the issue matters to you, and make a specific request.
Contact and follow up
Call, write, or use the senator’s contact form. Record the response and follow up when needed.
2026 Senate elections
The next Congress is taking shape.
Review projected winners, unresolved races and the January transition. Current lawmakers continue serving while results are counted and certified.
- Senate agenda
- Committee control
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Why Senate control matters
The majority decides what gets considered.
Winning the Senate does not guarantee that a party can enact its full agenda. It does determine who controls floor scheduling, committees and much of the confirmation process.
Floor agenda
The majority leader has substantial influence over which bills and nominations receive Senate floor time.
Committee leadership
The majority controls committee chairs, hearing schedules and many decisions about which proposals advance.
Confirmations
Senators vote on federal judges, Cabinet officials and other presidential nominees requiring Senate approval.
What congressional control can change
These are institutional powers and possible implications, not guaranteed policy changes.
Legislation and funding
Majorities shape the floor agenda and committee work. Most bills must pass both chambers and be signed by the president, or overcome a veto. Funding choices still require legislation.
Oversight and appointments
Committee leaders can change hearing and investigation priorities. The Senate considers presidential nominations. Election results alone do not remove officials, change benefits or alter tax law.
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