Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

Following Election Day results? Here's what a Minnesota political scientist says to watch for

Hastings City Hall
A “Vote Here” sign directs voters to a polling place at Hastings City Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in Hastings, Minn. Minnesotans head to the polls for the midterm elections, with races for governor, Congress and other state and local offices on the ballot.
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On Election Day, all 435 seats in the U.S. House are up for grabs, along with 35 Senate seats and dozens of governor's races. Republicans are trying to hold on to their majorities in Congress, while Democrats are hoping to take control of at least one chamber and put a check on President Donald Trump.

University of Minnesota political scientist Larry Jacobs joined MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about the biggest races, what we're seeing from voters and what the day’s results could mean for the country.

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