Oregon Senate Election 2026
Jeff Merkley (D) is running. Rating: Solid D.
Status: upcoming. Election day is November 3, 2026.
Candidates
| Candidate | Party | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jeff Merkley (incumbent) | Democratic | Senator since 2009 |
| David Brock Smith | Republican | State senator |
No public polls recorded for this race.
Where the candidates stand
Jeff Merkley (D)
- Sponsored background checks on private gun transfers. (2021) source
- Sponsored a bill strengthening union organizing. (2021) source
- Opposes military force against Iran without congressional approval. (2020) source
- Backs the Green New Deal's 10-year national mobilization. (2019) source
- Supports recognition of same-sex marriage. (2015) source
Sources
- 2026 United States Senate elections (Wikipedia)
- Latest Senate polls (RealClearPolling)
- 2026 election polls (Political.org)
- Cook Political Report Senate ratings
- The Green Papers: 2026 candidates by state
- Cook Political Report Senate overview: South Carolina, Mississippi, Minnesota (Oct. 20, 2026)
- Midterm Elections in Ohio, October 2026 (Marist Poll)
- Midterm Elections in Michigan, October 2026 (Marist Poll)
Ratings, candidates and polls last updated October 24, 2026. Ratings are expert forecasts, not results.