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Midterms 20-26: The Tightest and Most Contentious Races to Follow Nov 02, 2026

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Just hours to go before polls open for the midterm elections and we will take you around the country where critical contests will decide control of Congress.435 seats in the U-S House and 35 Senate seats will be decided this week in the midterm elections. Control of both chambers will likely rest with just a handful of contests with the final FOX News power rankings giving Democrats an advantage to flip the house, with just 17 toss ups, but the Senate is very much in play with 7 toss up races in some deep red states likely to tip the balance.

FOX's Jared Halpern speaks with FOX News Radio's team of reporters around the country covering the tightest and most contentious races - FOX's Jeff Monosso is in Michigan, Krystin Goodwin is in Texas, Tonya J. Powers is in Maine, and Eben Brown is in Florida.

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One Day to Go: A Midterm Make-or-Break Moment for Republicans Nov 02, 2026

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With hours left until the final ballots are cast, voters head to the polls to decide control of Congress and key statehouses nationwide in a high-stakes midterm election. Kyle Kondik, Managing Editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball, joins the Rundown to analyze why Republicans are under pressure for a heavy Election Day turnout surge and where unexpected battles in South Carolina and Alaska could determine the balance of power. He breaks down vulnerable House seats, competitive gubernatorial races, and why final outcomes might not be resolved on election night.

On Election Day eve voters across the country are preparing to decide the balance of power in Washington. But how are the crucial races called in real time, and what early signals should viewers watch for on election night? Director of the FOX News Decision Desk Arnon Mishkin joins the Rundown to break down what goes into calling a race and how the desk utilizes raw voting data and proprietary models to reach certainty.

PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital.

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Hugh Hewitt on Midterm Showdowns, Volatile Polls, and 2028 Predictions Nov 01, 2026

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With the midterms in the final stretch, radio host and political analyst Hugh Hewitt joins Jessica Rosenthal on The FOX News Rundown: Extra to break down the electorate. Hewitt discusses why voters should look past volatile polling data, where campaign money and high-profile surrogates are actually moving, and how key legislative battles over the economy, Medicaid, and the "Working Families Tax Cut" are shaping the final days of the campaign.

Plus, Hewitt shares his bold predictions for Congress's future, potential 2028 presidential contenders on both sides of the aisle, and the ongoing geopolitical showdown with Iran.

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The House Races That Will Matter The Most Tuesday Nov 01, 2026

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With forecasts pointing toward Democrats potentially flipping the House, questions remain over how wide their prospective margin might be and what that means for control of Capitol Hill. Fox News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins to dissect pivotal battlegrounds from Pennsylvania to Ohio, the impact of Hispanic turnout in Texas and California, and how majority margins will test both Hakeem Jeffries’ caucus control and President Trump’s hold on the GOP.
Plus, New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. makes his reelection case, highlighting affordability, taxes, and Iran while addressing questions about missed votes, health, and stock trading.

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Jillian Michaels on 'Toxic' Culture & The "Catastrophic" Crisis Facing Our Kids Oct 31, 2026

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Health expert and fitness icon Jillian Michaels joins Lisa Brady on The FOX News Rundown: Extra to unpack her timely FOX Nation special, Toxic: A Generation on the Brink. Michaels dives deep into the unprecedented pressures facing Gen Z and Gen Alpha today, from toxic social media algorithms and the "pornification" of youth to the dark realities of online drug markets and over-medication.

Plus, Michaels shares actionable, common-sense steps parents can take right now to set boundaries, protect their kids' mental and physical well-being, and navigate a digital landscape driven by corporate greed.

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Unexpected Senate Battles & The Independent Wildcards Oct 31, 2026

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In the final days before midterm voting wraps up, Republicans are making the final push to maintain a slim majority - and flip any seats they can. Republican Congressman and U.S. Senate Candidate Mike Collins joins The Rundown to discuss his bid to unseat Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff (D-GA), highlight his legislative record, and remind voters what is at stake should Democrats regain a congressional majority.

Later, Montana Independent Senate candidate Seth Bodnar breaks down his three-way race, addressing his push for rural healthcare reform, the need for Congress to reassert war powers amid conflict with Iran, and why running as an independent is starting to look like a viable campaign strategy.

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Battleground Iowa: Economic Strain and High Diesel Prices Loom Over Iowa’s Competitive Midterm Races Oct 30, 2026

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In this special battleground state edition of The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition, FOX's Jacqui Heinrich takes a look at the tight congressional and gubernatorial races in the state.

Nominees in Iowa’s toss-up Senate race are sparring over high prices and transgender issues. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) campaigned with President Trump, who won Iowa by double digits, but is distancing herself from him on issues like Iran. State Rep. Josh Turek seeks to become Iowa’s first elected Democratic senator since 2008. He’ll visit a farm today to highlight how high costs are challenging the state’s critical agriculture industry.

Megan Goldberg, Assistant Professor of American politics at Cornell College, who says the normally very 'red state' has changed over the past few years.

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Decoys, Legal Fights And The Final Nasty Days Before The Midterms Oct 30, 2026

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A bombshell report in Alaska is shaking up the final days before the midterm elections. Following allegations that a candidate named Daniel J. Sullivan was placed on the ballot to potentially siphon votes and confuse voters in the race against Democratic Senate Candidate Mary Peltola, investigations into the matter are underway. "FOX News Sunday" Anchor and host of the Livin' the Bream Podcast Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to break down the legal and political fallout of the alleged scheme and what it means for the race just days away from election day.

With just days until the election, the battle for Congress boils down to one question: Are voters feeling the headline growth, or the squeeze at the checkout counter? FOX Business Contributor, co-host of Big Money in the Morning, and editor of the Barron’s Investor’s Circle newsletter Josh Schafer discusses the mixed economic data, like strong GDP and steady jobs—the reality of grocery and gas prices rising faster than wages, and how the massive AI tech buildout is driving Wall Street momentum.

PLUS, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha.

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Battleground Maine: Sen. Collins Fights to Hold Maine—and the Senate Majority Oct 29, 2026

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In this special battleground state edition of The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition, FOX's Peter Doocy takes a look into another neck and neck Senate race, this one in Maine.

In Maine, Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME), is the only Republican incumbent running in a state that went for Kamala Harris in 2024. Collins' Democratic challenger is Troy Jackson, former president of the state Senate who jumped into the race to replace the scandal-plagued Graham Platner. The race shows the candidates tied, with Jackson and Collins at 49% apiece. A recent A Fox News poll showed 53% of voters are concerned Collins votes with Trump too much, and by contrast, 46% are concerned Jackson is too liberal.

Mathew Continetti, journalist and Director of Domestic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, joins the podcast and says this Senate race could be very telling for the GOP if early polling shows Senator Collins in trouble.

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Midterm Crunch Time: Are Democrats Too Confident Heading Into Tuesday? Oct 29, 2026

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Midterm polling is showing close races all around the nation ahead of this election, but how much can voters actually trust the numbers coming out of key battleground states? FOX News Contributor and host of the "The Hugh Hewitt Show" Hugh Hewitt joins the Rundown to break down the latest campaign stops, key Senate races, and why he compares polling season to candy corn. He also dives into how both parties are framing economic issues and fraud allegations.

As the midterm elections loom, political analysts are closely watching whether shifting voter sentiment and sliding approval ratings for President Trump could upend control of Capitol Hill. Veteran Democratic pollster and Schoen-Cooperman Research founder Doug Schoen joins to discuss competitive Senate showdowns from Texas to Michigan, assess whether Democrats are riding an authentic blue surge or simply capitalizing on a "red retreat," and deliver his bottom-line forecast for election night.

PLUS, commentary by Rich Zeoli, host of The Rich Zeoli Podcast.

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