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2026 U.S. Senate race in Delaware
Voters in Delaware will elect one member to the U.S. Senate on November 3, 2026. The seat is currently held by Democrat Chris Coons, who first took office in 2010, and the race is expected to center on whether he wins another term in a state that has voted Democratic in recent federal elections.
Candidates
Chris Coons
Chris Coons is the incumbent U.S. senator from Delaware, first elected in 2010. His official biography describes him as a pragmatic, bipartisan lawmaker who previously served in New Castle County government and worked in the private sector before entering the Senate.
Christopher Beardsley is a Democratic primary challenger to Chris Coons in Delaware’s 2026 Senate race. His campaign website says he is running on issues including healthcare, housing, education, wages, and social justice, and social media bios describe him as a former HUD analyst and union member.
Michael Katz is running in the Republican primary for Delaware’s 2026 U.S. Senate race. His campaign materials and social media present him as a physician, business owner, and problem-solver, but publicly available biographical detail is limited in the sources reviewed.
John Shulli is a Republican candidate in Delaware’s 2026 Senate primary. His campaign website frames his candidacy around an “American Renaissance” theme focused on prosperity, technology, jobs, and restoring civic confidence.
Dexter Bland is listed by Ballotpedia as an independent general-election candidate in Delaware’s 2026 U.S. Senate race. Publicly available campaign material is sparse, but his social media and committee branding suggest a community- and advocacy-oriented campaign focused on education, democracy, and local issues.
Data Analysis Information
Data compiled from public sources and analyzed using AI. Last updated 4/6/2026. Visit candidate websites for the most current information.