Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump is increasing his political activity ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, as both major political parties prepare for a closely contested battle for control of Congress.

The midterm elections will determine seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, making the vote an important test of the political environment during Trump’s presidency.

Trump has continued to address Republican supporters and promote his administration’s policy agenda, including economic measures, immigration enforcement, energy policy and government spending.

The president’s involvement is expected to remain significant as Republican candidates campaign across the country. Trump’s political influence within the Republican Party has made his support an important element of many congressional campaigns.

Democrats, meanwhile, are focusing their campaign efforts on issues including the economy, healthcare, social programmes, government accountability and the direction of federal policy.

Economic conditions are likely to remain an important issue for voters. Inflation, employment, wages and household expenses have become recurring subjects in the political debate, with the two parties offering different explanations and policy proposals.

Immigration is another major campaign issue. The Trump administration has made stricter border enforcement a central part of its agenda, while Democrats have criticised several aspects of the administration’s approach and advocated different immigration policies.

Energy policy and the cost of fuel are also receiving political attention. Republicans have emphasised increased domestic energy production, while Democrats have highlighted clean-energy investment and environmental considerations.

The elections will also determine the balance of power in Congress. The composition of both chambers will influence the administration’s ability to pass legislation and advance its policy priorities.

Campaign activity is expected to increase as candidates attempt to mobilise voters, raise funds and establish their positions on national and local issues.

The 2026 midterms will therefore provide an important measure of voter sentiment toward the administration and congressional parties. However, individual races will also be shaped by local candidates, regional concerns and state-level political conditions.

As campaigning intensifies, political parties are expected to concentrate resources on competitive congressional districts and Senate contests. The final composition of Congress will emerge from hundreds of individual races across the United States.

The growing campaign activity signals the beginning of an increasingly important phase of the U.S. political calendar. The November elections will determine the congressional balance of power and influence the legislative environment for the remainder of Trump’s current presidential term.