Senate Elections

Senate elections determine which individuals will represent their states in the U.S. Senate, one of the two chambers of Congress. Senators are elected every six years through statewide voting, with roughly one-third of the 100 seats contested at each election to ensure stability and continuity. Candidates campaign to win the support of their state's voters, and the winners serve six-year terms. These elections influence national legislation, oversight, and policy debates by shaping the composition and priorities of the Senate.