These are the general-election candidates on Delaware's ballot for November 3, 2026, by office and party, following the state's primary. This guide covers statewide offices and U.S. House races. It is nonpartisan and factual. See the Delaware 2026 overview for the fuller picture.
U.S. Senate
Chris Coons DemocraticIncumbent
Jeff Appelhans Democratic
E. No-Trump Hansen Democratic
Mary Louve Democratic
Dr. Mike Katz Republican
John Shulli Republican
Attorney General
Kathy Jennings DemocraticIncumbent
Dwayne Bensing Democratic
Patty Rickman Democratic
Dave Graham Republican
Treasurer
Ted Lauzen Democratic
Mike Miller Sr. Democratic
Michael Smith Democratic
Mike Ramone Republican
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
Auditor
Lydia York DemocraticIncumbent
April Callaway Republican
Austin Cassidy Independent Party Of Delaware
U.S. House, At-Large
Sarah McBride DemocraticIncumbent
Dr. Joe Arminio Republican
Earl Cooper Republican
John Whalen III Republican
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Also on the Delaware ballot
Beyond the statewide and congressional races above, Delaware voters also decide state legislative races and county and municipal offices, which appear on local ballots, along with any statewide ballot measures.
How to vote in Delaware
The general election is November 3, 2026. On Election Day, polls in Delaware are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST. Confirm your registration, polling place, and mail-ballot options at Vote.org and your state election office. Getting your supporters to turn out is what decides the closest races.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running in Delaware in 2026?
U.S. Senate: Chris Coons (Democratic), Jeff Appelhans (Democratic), E. No-Trump Hansen (Democratic), Mary Louve (Democratic), Dr. Mike Katz (Republican), John Shulli (Republican). Every voter also decides state legislative and local races on their ballot.
What time do polls open and close in Delaware on Election Day?
On Election Day, polls in Delaware are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST.
When is the Delaware election in 2026?
The general election is November 3, 2026, following the state's 2026 primary.
Candidate information reflects the general-election ballot as of the date above, drawn from nonpartisan sources including The Green Papers and state election authorities. Verify the final ballot with your local election office.
Keep reading: Delaware 2026 elections and the 2026 midterms are a turnout election.