Voters in six states head to the polls over the coming weeks as the 2026 midterm primary season enters its most competitive phase. Contested races in Pennsylvania, Georgia, Arizona, Nevada, Michigan, and Wisconsin are expected to set the tone for November's general election battles.
Both parties face internal divisions as establishment candidates compete with grassroots challengers in several high-profile Senate and gubernatorial primaries. Campaign spending has already exceeded $800 million nationally, a record for a midterm cycle at this stage.
Political analysts say the primary outcomes will provide critical insights into voter enthusiasm and the issues most likely to define the general election, including the economy, immigration, and healthcare costs.
