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Higher calling: Ambitious House members eye promotions in the 2026 midterm elections

By Lauren Green
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The 2026 midterm contests are heating up, and many House members have begun to launch or weigh bids at higher offices across the country. 

A dozen current or former House members have already launched bids for 2026 Senate or gubernatorial races, which will feature 33 Senate and 36 gubernatorial races, respectively. 

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