US elections: Races to watch in the 2026 midterms

The US midterm elections, particularly the first ones in a new president's term, are always seen as a referendum on the White House's conduct. This year is no exception, and for both Arab and Muslim Americans in particular, the stakes are high as the administration cracks down on refugees and immigrants, punishes criticism of Israel and pro-Palestine sentiment, and employs open, anti-Muslim verbiage - all moves that have dominated national headlines and radically reshaped how many minority communities go about their daily lives. US President Donald Trump has also launched a war on Iran, alongside Israel, that has upended the entire region and skyrocketed fuel prices for Americans.