President urges supporters to turn out in force, warning that key achievements of his administration could be reversed if Republicans lose control of Congress.
Millions of Americans are heading to the polls on November 3 as the 2026 midterm elections reach their decisive moment, with control of Congress at stake and President Donald Trump making a final appeal for a strong Republican turnout.
In a message to supporters ahead of Election Day, Trump urged Republicans to vote as though his name were on the ballot, emphasising that the outcome would have significant consequences for the policies and priorities of his administration.
Speaking during a Fox News interview with Sean Hannity, Trump argued that a Republican victory would help protect measures introduced under his presidency, including tax relief on tips, overtime pay and Social Security benefits.
“I’m just asking everybody to pretend that I’m on the ballot,” Trump said, warning that these policies could be undone if Democrats gained control of Congress. He added that if Republican voters turned out in large numbers, the party could win “in a landslide.”
Control of Congress at Stake
The elections will determine the balance of power in Washington for the final two years of Trump’s current presidential term.
All 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 Senate seats are being contested. Republicans currently hold a 53–47 majority in the Senate, while their control of the House is also under pressure.
Democrats are seeking to regain control of both chambers, while Republicans are campaigning to retain their majorities and continue advancing the administration’s legislative agenda.
Key Senate contests across states including Georgia, Michigan, Iowa, Maine and Ohio are expected to play an important role in determining the outcome.
Trump Puts Republican Policies at the Centre of His Appeal
Trump’s final message has focused on the importance of preserving what he describes as his administration’s achievements.
He has urged voters to consider the consequences of a Democratic-controlled Congress, arguing that Republican victories are necessary to maintain tax measures, border policies and other priorities.
The President has also presented the election as an opportunity for supporters to demonstrate confidence in his leadership and the direction of the country.
A Defining Test for Trump’s Presidency
Beyond individual congressional races, the midterms are widely viewed as a major test of public support for Trump’s second-term leadership.
A Republican victory would strengthen the administration’s ability to advance its legislative programme, while a Democratic takeover of either chamber could create significant obstacles through congressional oversight and opposition to proposed policies.
With polling stations opening nationwide, Trump’s appeal is aimed at translating Republican support into votes. The final outcome will determine whether his party retains the congressional backing needed to pursue its agenda through the remainder of his term.
As Americans cast their ballots, the stakes extend beyond party politics: the results will shape the direction of US domestic policy, congressional leadership and the political landscape ahead of the 2028 presidential election.
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