Last American Midterm 2026: Houston, we have a problem! With less than a week until the Nov. 3 US midterm elections, Democrats hold a nine-point lead in national polls, but crucial Senate races remain in contention. President Donald Trump returned to Texas for his third campaign visit in a month as Democrats hope to secure a breakthrough in the traditionally Republican state. Key races in Georgia, North Carolina and other battleground states could determine which party controls Congress. From rising costs of living and the impact of tariffs to immigration and voter turnout, affordability remains a key concern for Americans heading to the polls. With Republicans fighting to retain control and Democrats hoping to capture both chambers, can voters deliver political change that reshapes the balance of power in Washington?