Beyond the Ballot: What the 2026 Midterms Mean for Your Business

The Next Congress: New Priorities, New Scrutiny, New Risks

The 2026 midterm results will reshape the enforcement, regulatory, and congressional oversight landscape, creating new challenges and opportunities for businesses across industries. As Washington prepares for the next Congress, companies with an understanding of what to expect can start preparing effective strategies now.

Join Sidley lawyers with experience in Congress, federal agencies, and complex investigations on November 12, just days after Election Day, for a practical discussion of the results and what they mean for your business.

Our panelists will cover:

• Congressional investigations and oversight: Emerging areas of scrutiny, industries potentially in focus, and steps companies can take to prepare.
• Regulatory and enforcement implications: What changes in Washington could mean for federal agency priorities and businesses, particularly those operating in highly regulated industries.
• The new congressional policy and legislative agenda: How election results may influence legislative priorities, committee leadership, and the policy agenda.
• Reputational implications and strategic planning: Practical considerations for managing political, regulatory, and reputational risks in 2027 and beyond.

Speakers

• Michael Borden, Partner, Sidley
• Lisa Miller, Partner, Sidley