AJC poll on U.S. Senate race in Georgia shows likely Democratic voters give Jon Ossoff high marks; U.S. Rep. Mike Collins leads Republicans, over Gov. Brian Kemp's pick.

While Election Day may headline the week, the Senate is back as talks likely continue on ending a partial government shutdown that’s on track to set a new record Tuesday night, eclipsing the 35-day mark set during President Donald Trump’s first term.

President Trump told GOP senators that "we must get the government back open soon and really immediately" on Day 36 of the shutdown. Follow live updates here.

Democrats face an uphill battle to recapture a U.S. Senate majority in the November 2026 midterm elections, as Republicans are defending just two seats seen as competitive by nonpartisan analysts and hold a 53-47 majority.

No Democrat has won a Senate election in Texas since 1988. Republican Sen. John Cornyn is running for reelection next year to serve a fifth term. Crockett said her decision on a campaign will be last-minute, explaining that the candidate who wins the Democratic primary election will also need to be successful in the general election.