Everything to know about House and Senate control, ballot measures and 2026 Election Day poll closing
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- Fox News reports: “Republicans defend slim congressional majorities as toss-up Senate races in Alaska, Texas and Iowa could decide control of the chamber in 2026.”
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Updated Nov 1, 2026, 4:03 PM ET
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