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Tight primary outcomes shape which candidates reach the general election and directly affect control of congressional seats that decide federal policy on taxes and spending.

What to watch next

  • Watch county-level vote reporting on primary night to gauge whether turnout patterns favor one party in the fall general election.
  • Review exit-poll data released after polls close to assess whether early turnout forecasts held.
Politics nbcnews.com · Jun 2, 2026 11:18 UTC

voters primaries key states midterms

Primaries are underway in six states with several close contests that will determine nominees for the midterm elections. Democrats see an opening in Iowa for a Senate seat long held by Republicans.