67 Seats Up for Grabs as Minnesota Senate Control Hangs in the Balance
Voters in Minnesota will choose all 67 state senators on November 3, 2026, with the DFL holding a 34-33 lead that could shift by a single vote.
By Emily Lawson ·
The Minnesota state legislature stands at a razor's edge ahead of the November 3, 2026, general election. All 67 seats in the Minnesota Senate are currently up for grabs. The Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, or DFL, holds a one-seat majority of 34 to 33 over the Republican Party. Winning a single additional seat would flip control of the chamber to the Republicans.
The DFL currently commands exactly 34 of the 67 available positions. This slim advantage requires the party to maintain at least one more seat than the GOP to keep the gavel. If the Republican Party captures 34 seats, they will take control of the state senate. The margin for error is zero for the party currently in power.
Election officials and local news outlets are preparing to track results in real time as ballots are counted. The November 3 date serves as the primary deadline for this statewide contest. Voters will cast ballots for every single seat in the chamber, rather than a partial election cycle. This full turnover creates a high-stakes environment for both parties.
Other major races are also on the ballot this year. Voters will select candidates for governor, attorney general, secretary of state, and auditor. The state supreme court and the state house of representatives are also part of the November 3 slate. Additionally, federal races for the U.S. Senate and U.S. House will occur simultaneously in Minnesota districts.
A constitutional amendment vote is also included in this election cycle. The broad scope of the ballot means the November 3 vote will determine the direction of both state and federal representation. The current 34-33 split defines the baseline from which all results will be measured.
The outcome of the senate race will dictate which party controls legislative proceedings in St. Paul. With 34 seats needed for a majority, the final count will determine if the DFL retains its slim edge or if the Republicans seize the chamber. All eyes will be on the final tally as polls close and counting begins.
Source: MinnPost
