Multiple people have either tossed their hat into the ring, or confirmed they are at least considering doing so, for the U.S. Senate following Sen. Tina Smith's announcement she will not be running for reelection in 2026.

U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D) says she is making way for new political faces to represent Minnesota by deciding not to run for re-election in 2026. That decision sets up a rare open senate race and candidates for it are plentiful so far.