Survey Finds Half of Americans Concerned About Possible Election Overturning
A New York Times/Siena University survey in the United States found that 50% of Americans are concerned Republicans may try to overturn the results of the November midterm elections.
Sioux Falls, SD, October 23, 2026 —
A New York Times/Siena University survey in the United States found that 50% of Americans are concerned Republicans may try to overturn the results of the November midterm elections. The finding describes respondents’ concerns about a possible action; it does not establish that an attempt to overturn election results has occurred or will occur.
The survey summary does not provide the dates when the poll was conducted, the number or characteristics of respondents, the exact question wording, or the margin of error. It also does not give a breakdown of responses by political affiliation, state, or other demographic groups. Without those details, the result cannot be further assessed or compared with other groups or surveys based on the information provided.
The 50% figure is the only reported result in the summary. It does not specify what the remaining respondents said or whether they were unsure, unconcerned, or gave another response. The summary also does not describe the reasons behind respondents’ concerns or identify any specific actions they had in mind.
Accordingly, the finding should be read narrowly: half of Americans, according to the survey, expressed concern about Republicans potentially trying to overturn the results of the November midterm elections. The available information does not establish the likelihood of such an effort, identify particular individuals or events, or provide details about the survey’s methodology. Further information about the poll and its responses was not included in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Ford McCracken on thehill.com, see more information here.
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