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Key Special Elections Set for January 2026

1/7/2026

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On January 31, 2026, special elections will be held in multiple states, including Texas, New Jersey, and Georgia.
Arkansas will hold elections for Senate District 26 and House District 70, where Republicans dominate.
Georgia faces a runoff for House District 23 after a close special election.
In Virginia, Senate District 15 features Democrat Michael Jones and Republican John Thomas, with Democrats likely to retain control.

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Story summary

On January 31, 2026, special elections will be held in multiple states, including Texas, New Jersey, and Georgia.
Arkansas will hold elections for Senate District 26 and House District 70, where Republicans dominate.
Georgia faces a runoff for House District 23 after a close special election.
In Virginia, Senate District 15 features Democrat Michael Jones and Republican John Thomas, with Democrats likely to retain control.