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Early 2026 Elections: Key Seats Up for Grabs

2/10/2026

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States Prepare Elections

Several U.S. states will hold special elections in early 2026 ahead of November midterms.
In Georgia, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.)'s seat will be contested on March 10, 2026.
New Jersey's Democratic-leaning 11th District will hold elections in early 2026.
California's 1st District will hold a special election on August 4, 2026 after the death of Republican Doug LaMalfa.
Democrats are optimistic about flipping seats after recent special elections.

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Florida Republicans Shielded

Anthony Pedicini, a Florida GOP consultant, says Republicans are shielded from national trends by a voter registration edge ahead of Hillsborough County election next month between Josie Tomkow (R) and Brian Nathan (D).
Democrats are energized by a 14-point Texas win, signaling blue wave; analysts caution that special elections differ from general elections.
Florida Democrats aim to capitalize on backlash against U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, among Venezuelan voters.

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States Prepare Elections

Several U.S. states will hold special elections in early 2026 ahead of November midterms.
In Georgia, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.)'s seat will be contested on March 10, 2026.
New Jersey's Democratic-leaning 11th District will hold elections in early 2026.
California's 1st District will hold a special election on August 4, 2026 after the death of Republican Doug LaMalfa.
Democrats are optimistic about flipping seats after recent special elections.

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