The ballot box showdowns this month that you need to watch
After a month on the sidelines, the 2026 primary season is back with a vengeance. A dozen states from coast to coast hold primaries or runoffs in May, and the results of those nomination contests may ultimately determine the outcomes of November’s midterm elections , when Republicans will be defending their slim Senate and razor-thin House majorities. Also on the line in some of the ballot box showdowns: President Donald Trump ’s immense sway over the GOP, as his endorsements in key races will be tested. ONLY ON FOX NEWS: TRUMP WILL 'DELIVER' - RNC CHAIR SIGNALS MIDTERM CONFIDENCE DESPITE 'DOOM AND GLOOM' Indiana and Ohio kick off the action on May 5, with Nebraska and West Virginia holding primaries a week later, on May 12. Louisiana’s nominating contest follows on Saturday, May 16. Three days later marks the busiest day of the month, with Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Oregon and Pennsylvania holding primaries. Texas wraps up May with runoff showdowns on May 26. H...