Early voting starts in Ohio as Democrats seek to break Republican control of US Congress

Early voting began in Ohio on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, as the state plays a key role in determining control of the U.S. Congress. Ohio has one Senate seat and two House seats considered toss-ups. Voters are concerned about rising prices and the U.S. war with Iran. Former Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown is challenging Republican Jon Husted for a Senate seat. In the House, Republican Max Miller faces Democrat Brian Poindexter, and Democrat Marcy Kaptur faces Republican Derek Merrin. Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both chambers.