For the Grassroots Democrats HQ, 2026 is all about taking back both chambers of Congress, and in the process, effectively ending the Trump presidency as we know it. Explore the states and districts we’re targeting and the candidates and grassroots movements we’re backing to make it happen.
2026 Senate Targets
About Alaska
Incumbent: Dan Sullivan (R)
2020 Presidential Results: Trump +13.1
Forecaster Rating: Lean Republican
2020 Results
Dan Sullivan (R) – 53.9%
Al Gross (I) – 41.2%
Our Candidate: Mary Peltola
After representing Alaskans for two years in the House of Representatives, Mary is running for U.S. Senate to take on the corrupt DC system that's shutting down Alaska while politicians and their corporate donors feather their own nests.
About Georgia
Incumbent: Jon Ossoff (D)
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +2.2
Forecaster Rating: Lean Democrat
2020 Results
Jon Ossoff (D) – 50.6%
David Perdue (R) – 49.4%
Our Candidate: Jon Ossoff
Born and raised in Atlanta and first elected in 2020, Jon Ossoff represents Georgia in the United States Senate. Jon has established a reputation as a legislative workhorse and a relentless investigator exposing corruption and the abuse of power.
About Iowa
Incumbent: Joni Ernst (R)*
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +13.5
Forecaster Rating: Lean Republican
2020 Results
Joni Ernst (R) – 51.8%
Theresa Greenfield (D) – 45.2%
*Senator Ernst is retiring after 2026.
Our Candidate: Josh Turek
Josh Turek is a two-time Paralympic gold medalist for Team USA and a State Legislator who represents the reddest seat held by a Democrat in the state of Iowa. Born with spina bifida after his dad was exposed to Agent Orange in Vietnam, Josh overcame 21 surgeries by the age of 12 to eventually represent the U.S. at four Paralympics.
About Maine
Incumbent: Susan Collins (R)
2020 Presidential Results: Harris +6.9
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2020 Results
Susan Collins (R) – 51.0%
Sara Gideon (D) – 42.4%
Our Candidate: Troy Jackson
Troy Jackson is a fifth-generation logger from Allagash, lifelong fighter for workers' rights, and former Maine Senate President who's ready to unseat Susan Collins once and for all.
About Michigan
Incumbent: Gary Peters (D)*
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +1.4
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2020 Results
Gary Peters (D) – 49.9%
John James (R) – 48.2%
*Senator Peters is retiring after 2026.
Our Candidate: Abdul El-Sayed
Abdul El-Sayed wasn’t supposed to be a politician. He studied to be a doctor, but realized it was our broken politics that was making people sick. Abdul has dedicated his career to building government agencies that actually work for Michiganders. He is running for the U.S. Senate because he believes life in America shouldn’t be this hard and to fight to build a government that works for the people.
About North Carolina
Incumbent: Thom Tillis (R)*
2020 Presidential Results: Trump +3.3
Forecaster Rating: Lean Democratic
2020 Results
Thom Tillis (R) – 48.7%
Cal Cunningham (D) – 46.9%
*Senator Tillis is retiring after 2026.
Our Candidate: Roy Cooper
As Governor, Roy Cooper led North Carolina to be one of the fastest-growing states in the nation with a good quality of life, a strong education system, more health care coverage, and better-paying jobs. Now he's running for Senate because for too many Americans, the middle class feels like a distant dream.
About Ohio
Incumbent: Jon Husted (R)
2020 Presidential Results: Trump +11.2
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results
Bernie Moreno (R) – 50.2%
Sherrod Brown (D) – 46.4%
Our Candidate: Sherrod Brown
Sherrod has dedicated his life to fighting for Ohioans and the Dignity of Work. It’s the belief that hard work should pay off for everyone, no matter who you are, where you live, or what kind of work you do. Whether you punch a clock or swipe a badge, earn a salary or make tips, are raising children or caring for an aging parent, Sherrod is fighting for you.
About Texas
Incumbent: John Cornyn (R)*
2020 Presidential Results: Trump +13.6
Forecaster Rating: Lean Republican
2020 Results
John Cornyn (R) – 53.5%
M.J. Hegar (D) – 43.9%
*John Cornyn lost his primary in 2026. Ken Paxton is the GOP candidate.
Our Candidate: James Talarico
James is an eighth-generation Texan, former middle school teacher, and Presbyterian seminarian. As a state representative, he’s led the fight against the billionaire mega-donors and puppet politicians who have taken over Texas. Now, he’s running for U.S. Senate to take his fight against corruption to Washington and win power back for working people.
2026 House Targets
About AZ-1
Incumbent: David Schweikert (R)*
Key Communities: Scottsdale and North Phoenix
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +3.1
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results
David Schweikert (R) – 51.9%
Amish Shah (D) – 48.1%
*David Schweikert is running for Governor in 2026. Former NFL kicker Jay Feely is the GOP candidate for 2026.
Our Candidate: Amish Shah
Dr. Amish Shah is an emergency medicine doctor and former member of the Arizona House of Representatives with a proven track record of getting things done and standing up to protect our rights and freedoms.
About AZ-6
Incumbent: Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R)
Key Communities: Tucson, Casa Grande
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +0.7
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results
Juan Ciscomani (R) – 50.0%
Kirsten Engel (D) – 47.5%
Our Candidate: JoAnna Mendoza
JoAnna Mendoza is a proud mom, dedicated lifelong public servant, and retired United States Marine. She will bring battle-tested leadership to fix the broken systems in DC, fight for working families, and tackle the cost of food, gas, housing, and child care.
About CA-13
Incumbent: Adam Gray (D)
Key Communities: Stockton, Modesto, Merced
2024 Presidential Results: Harris +0.5
Forecaster Rating: Lean Democrat
2024 Results
Adam Gray (D) – 50.1%
John Duarte (R) – 49.9%
Our Candidate: Adam Gray
Congressman Adam Gray is working every day to find bipartisan common-sense solutions to critical issues, like access to affordable health care, job creation, education, public safety, and protecting the Central Valley's water.
About CA-22
Incumbent: David Valadao (R)
Key Communities: Bakersfield, Delano, Hanford
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +1.8
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results
David Valadao (R) – 53.4%
Rudy Salas (D) – 46.6%
Our Candidate: Randy Villegas
Randy Villegas is an educator, activist, and proud son of immigrants. Born and raised in Kern, California, in a working-class family, Randy knows firsthand the challenges that many Central Valley families face. With deep ties to our community and a lifelong commitment to justice and equity, Randy is running for Congress in California’s 22nd District to bring bold, compassionate leadership to Washington.
About CA-45
Incumbent: Derek Tran (D)
Key Communities: Central & North Orange County
2024 Presidential Results: Harris +3.9
Forecaster Rating: Lean Democratic
2024 Results
Derek Tran (D) – 50.1%
Michelle Steel – 49.9%
Our Candidate: Derek Tran
Derek Tran is an Army Veteran, workers’ rights advocate, small business owner, and Representative for California’s 45th Congressional District. At a time when corporations are raking in record profits and customers are paying more for basic goods and services, Derek holds bad actors accountable, ensuring that individuals not special interests get the justice they deserve.
About CA-48
Incumbent: Darrell Issa (R)*
Key Communities: North San Diego County, Temecula, Palm Springs
2024 Presidential Results: Harris +3.4
Forecaster Rating: Lean Democrat
*Darrell Issa is retiring after 2026. Jim Desmond is now the Republican candidate.
Our Candidate: Marni von Wilpert
Marni von Wilpert is a San Diego City Councilmember, lifelong public servant, and former prosecutor who flipped San Diego’s most conservative council district blue — and she’s ready to do it again in Congress.
About IA-1
Incumbent: Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R)
Key Communities: Davenport, Iowa City
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +8.4
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results
Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) – 50.1%
Christina Bohannan (D) – 49.9%
Our Candidate: Christina Bohannan
Christina Bohannan is a mom, law professor, engineer, and former state representative. She is running for Congress because she believes we need someone who will put Iowa’s working families first – not the super wealthy and well-connected. Christina will fight every day for Iowa families, farmers, seniors, and small businesses because she believes if you work hard, you deserve a fair shot to get ahead.
About IA-3
Incumbent: Rep. Zach Nunn (R)
Key Communities: Des Moines, Ottumwa
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +4.4
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results
Zach Nunn (R) – 51.9%
Lanon Baccam (D) – 48.1%
Our Candidate: Sarah Trone Garriott
Sarah is the only Democrat in Iowa over the past few years who has consistently won competitive elections in Republican districts, and now she is running for Congress in IA-03 to ensure Iowans have a voice in Washington. Her journey from service worker to minister, nonprofit leader, and state legislator is a testament to her unwavering commitment to public service and the people of Iowa.
Our Candidate: William Lawrence
William Lawrence was raised in Lansing and is an accomplished community organizer with a track record of success. He is independent of DC insiders and unbought by corporate money.
About NC-1
Incumbent: Don Davis (D)
Key Communities: Rocky Mount, Elizabeth City, Outer Banks
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +11.6
Forecaster Rating: Lean Republican
2024 Results
Don Davis (D) – 49.5%
Laurie Buckhout (R) – 47.8%
Our Candidate: Rep. Don Davis
Families across eastern North Carolina are feeling the pain of increased gas prices, higher grocery bills, and rising healthcare costs. Don Davis is working to make life more affordable, expand opportunity, and deliver real results for our coastal and rural communities.
About NC-11
Incumbent: Chuck Edwards (R)
Key Communities: Asheville, Hendersonville
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +8.5
Forecaster Rating: Lean Republican
2024 Results
Chuck Edwards (R) – 56.8%
Caleb Rudow (D) – 43.2%
Our Candidate: Jamie Ager
Jamie is a fourth-generation farmer, entrepreneur, and proud son of Western North Carolina. He's concerned about big challenges like recovering from Hurricane Helene, affordability for working families, and preserving our environment and culture. Western North Carolina deserves a representative who fights for the people, and Jamie is ready to serve.
About WI-3
Incumbent: Derrick Van Orden (R)
Key Communities: La Crosse, Eau Claire, Stevens Point
2024 Presidential Results: Trump +7.4
Forecaster Rating: Toss-Up
2024 Results
Derrick Van Orden (R) – 51.4%
Rebecca Cooke (D) – 48.6%
Our Candidate: Rebecca Cooke
As a small business owner and nonprofit leader, Rebecca Cooke has focused her career on building community and serving others. Now, Rebecca is running for Congress to better serve communities across Wisconsin, put people first and provide more opportunities for success.