More than 51 million Americans have already voted ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, EL PAÍS reported on Saturday, 31 October 2026. The figure covers early ballots cast nationwide before Election Day.
According to EL PAÍS, the early voting total has moved past the level recorded at the same point in the 2022 elections. The outlet's live coverage put the number above 51 million.
Other Spanish-language outlets reported the same trend. Yahoo said early voting in the United States had passed 51 million and exceeded 2022 levels. El Economista described a record early turnout, citing a figure of 48 million. The counts differ, and EL PAÍS's tally is the one cited here.
Univision reported that Latino voters are gaining ground, with young people and early participation shaping a pattern in these midterms. UnoTV published turnout figures for Florida, Texas and Arizona.
The reports do not break down the 51 million total by party, state or method of voting, and no final outcome has been reported. Early voting numbers reflect ballots cast, not results.
What to watch: official turnout updates and state-level figures as Election Day approaches.
