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Republican incumbent Tom Cotton is seeking a third term in the U.S. Senate against Democratic challenger Hallie Shoffner in the November 3, 2026 Arkansas election.
The race features incumbent U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (Republican) versus farmer Hallie Shoffner (Democrat).
Cotton, the third-highest ranking Republican in the Senate, previously won his last election in 2020 with 66.53% of the vote against a Libertarian.
WikipediaWikipediaA Cotton victory would maintain Arkansas's representation as Republican in the Senate, while a Shoffner win would flip the seat to the Democratic party.
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Incumbent Republican Tom Cotton won the Republican nomination with 81.6% of the vote, while Democrat Hallie Shoffner won the Democratic nomination with 78.3% ahead of Ethan Dunbar.
WikipediaThe Cook Political Report rated the Arkansas U.S. Senate contest as "Solid Republican," indicating a strong likelihood of a Republican victory.
cawp.rutgers.eduThe general election for the U.S. Senate in Arkansas is scheduled for November 3, 2026, with Cotton and Shoffner as the confirmed nominees.
BallotpediaWikipediaThe general election for the U.S. Senate in Arkansas will be held, determining the winner between Tom Cotton and Hallie Shoffner.
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Tom Cotton is the incumbent with a history of strong electoral performance, having won 66.53% of the vote in 2020 against a Libertarian opponent.
WikipediaThe Cook Political Report rates the contest as "Solid Republican," suggesting a significant structural advantage for Cotton in Arkansas.
cawp.rutgers.eduCotton won the Republican primary with 81.6% of the vote, demonstrating overwhelming support within his party and minimal internal opposition.
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Hallie Shoffner is a Democratic challenger who secured the party nomination with 78.3% of the vote, consolidating Democratic support against the incumbent.
WikipediaWhile the race is rated "Solid Republican," the primary election was canceled for some candidates, and the general election includes a Democratic nominee who could mobilize turnout in a high-stakes midterms cycle.
BallotpediaWikipediaNo major recent polling data favoring Shoffner is available, but independent or Libertarian candidates like Jeff Wadlin occasionally appear on candidate lists, potentially fragmenting the vote in a close race.
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