With so much change happening in Washington, D.C. with Republicans in control of the executive, legislative and judicial branches, many are starting to look to the 2026 midterm elections to see what the future might hold. We will continue to see Republican control of all branches? Will Democrats win control of the House of Representatives and change the balance of power in Congress?
The races to watch are starting to emerge and we are tracking toss-ups elections in 2026 in both the House and the Senate. The best way to make your voices heard is to engage early and often in cultivating relationships with current and future elected officials.
What can you do now? Congress will recess the week of November 10 for the Veterans Day holiday. This is a good time to request in-district and in-state meetings with your elected officials and/or invite them for a site visit to tour and see the work of your organization up close.
For more information, please contact Lutheran Services in America advocacy staff: Sarah Dobson at SDobson@lutheranservices.org, Bill Kallestad at BKallestad@lutheranservices.org, and Kylie Bowlds at KBowlds@lutheranservices.org.
Sue Polis is Vice President of Public Relations and Government Affairs at Lutheran Services in America.