Kansas elections 2026

People who don’t typically vote in midterm elections were the target audience during the Wednesday night debate between Republican U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall and Democrat Adam Hamilton. The outcome of the race could help flip the balance of power in the Senate.

Two state supreme court justices and five appellate court judges are up for a vote in November’s election on whether they should keep their seats. Nearly all were appointed by a Democratic governor.

Kansas and Missouri elections are less than two weeks away, and KCUR’s series “What’s the Deal, KC?” is answering common questions from voters about the candidates on their ballots. Text your questions to 816-601-4777.

State Sen. Cindy Holscher, the Democratic nominee for Kansas governor, says she would work to fully fund special education, place a moratorium on data centers and legalize recreational marijuana if elected. She joined KCUR’s Up To Date two weeks before the 2026 midterm elections to discuss her policy platform.

President Trump used the term while campaigning in Kansas for Sen. Roger Marshall. Previously, he said he didn't know it was offensive to Jews.

Democrat Chris Mann is running this November to unseat incumbent Republican Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach. Mann said he’s focused on serving the people of Kansas and protecting customers, and argues that Kobach has prioritized his own political aims. Mann lost the same race against Kobach in 2022 by 1.6 points.

Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, voters will be asked in November's election whether to approve two new sales taxes: A 1/4-cent sales tax to fund health and homeless services, and a 3/8-cent sales tax to fund parks and road improvements.

U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall sought a $4.2 million earmark to resolve a water rights dispute in Kansas in 2024. The plan aims to boost water flow to the Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, benefiting both the refuge and local farmers, but it could also help preserve the value of Marshall’s nearby Rattlesnake Ranch.

Trump spoke to the crowd near Wichita in a state he easily won by 16 points in 2024. He told the audience to “pretend” he’s on the ballot as they head to the polls in a race that pits incumbent Republican Sen. Marshall against Democratic pastor Adam Hamilton.

President Trump's midterm travel blitz ahead of Election Day includes several red states he won easily two years ago, showing the electoral landscape is more challenging for Republicans.

The president is stopping in Kansas to support Republican U.S. Sen Roger Marshall.

Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall, a Republican in a solidly GOP state, is locked in a close reelection bid in part because of his support for President Donald Trump's trade wars, tariffs and war with Iran. The race is a toss-up and could go to Democrat Adam Hamilton.