Republicans enter the 2026 midterm elections with an edge in the Senate, as Democrats face a challenging path to flipping the four seats needed to regain the majority, ABC News reported.

Republicans are heading into the 2026 midterm elections with a distinct advantage in the battle for Senate control, thanks to a favorable map and structural dynamics that tilt in their favor. As Democrats face the daunting task of flipping four seats to regain the majority, the GOP benefits from a lineup of seats primarily in red-leaning states.

The unique structure of the Senate, where seats are divided into three classes and elected in staggered six-year terms, plays a critical role.

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