United States: Americans are heading to the polls for the 2026 US midterm elections, with several prominent political and business figures appealing to voters to participate in large numbers and exercise their right to vote.
The elections will determine all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 of the 100 seats in the Senate, making them significant for the balance of power in the US Congress.
VOTE. ✔️🇺🇸 https://t.co/P8MCMSDRKf
— Pete Hegseth (@PeteHegseth) November 3, 2026
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has urged Americans to cast their ballots, sharing a brief message on social media that read, “VOTE.”
Meanwhile, billionaire businessman Elon Musk, who previously served as a senior adviser to US President Donald Trump, openly called on voters to support Republican candidates. Taking to X, Musk posted, “Vote red today!”
Get out and VOTE
— Kash Patel (@Kash_Patel) November 3, 2026
FBI Director Kash Patel also joined the appeals, encouraging Americans to participate in the electoral process. Sharing his message on X, Patel wrote, “Get out and VOTE.”
The appeals come as voters decide which party will control Congress for the remainder of Trump’s presidential term. The results will shape the political balance in Washington and influence the administration’s ability to advance its agenda.
