Senate race · 2026

Delaware Senate Race

Compare sourced candidate information for the November 3, 2026 U.S. Senate election. Check the state election office for the complete ballot and any qualified write-in candidates.

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2 documented candidates · what each one campaigns on

Chris Coons

Democratic · Incumbent

Their record

Currently: U.S. Senator for Delaware

Chris Coons first won election to the U.S. Senate in 2010 and is seeking a fourth full term.

Campaign platform

Opportunity and Security
Coons' campaign is focused on opportunity, security, and advancing justice for all Delawareans.
EconomySource
End Tariffs
He advocates for an end to tariffs, stating they have increased costs for consumers.
EconomySource
Affordability Issues
Coons aims to help Delawareans navigate current economic challenges like the high cost of living.
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Rebuilding Positive Future
He seeks to rebuild a positive future rooted in opportunity for everybody and reclaiming security.
EconomySource

Candidate source Ballotpedia profile

Michael Katz

Republican

Dr. Michael Katz is a physician and business owner who previously ran as an independent in Delaware's 2024 U.S. Senate race.

Campaign platform

Combat Inflation
Katz's campaign focuses on addressing inflation and the rising costs faced by Delaware families.
EconomySource
Energy Policy
He advocates for policies that would make Delaware energy-independent, including exploring small modular reactors.
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Affordable Housing
His platform includes addressing housing costs and making it more affordable for residents.
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Healthcare Access
Katz emphasizes improving healthcare access, particularly in rural communities.
HealthSource
Patients Over Politics
He campaigns on putting Delaware families and patients ahead of party politics and special interests.
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Candidate source Ballotpedia profile

This is a sourced candidate guide, not a certified ballot. Confirm the full ballot, including any qualified write-in candidates, with the state election office .

Platform items are drawn from candidates’ own campaign materials and public reporting, summarised neutrally. They are what a candidate says they will do — not a judgement about whether they will do it. Once a candidate is serving in Congress, their record moves to the senator profiles.