USA 2026 Midterm Elections Live Coverage on France 24 in French, English, Arabic and Spanish

2 November 2026

USA 2026 Midterm Elections Live Coverage on France 24 in French, English, Arabic and Spanish

On Tuesday, November 3, Americans head to the polls for the midterm elections, which will notably determine the balance of power in Congress, two years after Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Against a backdrop of deep political polarisation, the vote represents a crucial test for the remainder of his presidency and the balance of power in the United States.

To mark the occasion, France 24’s four channels (in English, French, Arabic and Spanish) will provide special coverage, featuring live news bulletins, debates, reports, and analysis to examine the key issues at stake and follow the results throughout election night. This extensive coverage will be available on air and across the international news channel’s digital platforms.

France 24 at the Heart of the US Elections

France 24’s special correspondents and reporters will broadcast live from several key states to examine the issues at stake, hear from voters, and report on the first reactions to the results.

In Washington, DC, Kethevane Gorjestani, Fraser Jackson, and Wassim Al Ahmar will follow the latest developments in the campaign and on election night. France 24’s teams will also be deployed across several key states, including Michigan, with Jessica Le Masurier.

Election Night Live on France 24

Tuesday, November 3:

At 7:10pm, France 24 in English will broadcast a debate examining the key issues at stake in the midterm elections.
From midnight, the channel will provide live coverage of the first indications of the results and initial reactions, with extended news bulletins and live reports from their correspondents in the United States.

Overnight, Tuesday, November 3 to Wednesday, November 4:

From 1am to 3am, 45-minute news bulletins presented by James Mulholland, alongside France 24’s international affairs commentators and a range of guests.
From 3am to 6am, France 24 will broadcast continuous special coverage in all four languages, featuring live reports from the United States, studio analysis, and results updated in real time. France 24’s English-language channel will be presented by Monte Francis, joined by international affairs commentator Douglas Herbert.

Wednesday, November 4:

From 6am, France 24 will continue their coverage of the results, with extended morning news programmes, guests, political and economic analysis, and interactive touchscreen presentations tracking the latest developments.
Throughout the day, France 24 will broadcast special news editions, debates, and analysis.
At 7:10pm, a further debate will examine the election results and their implications for US politics.

Reports and In-Depth Analysis

Ahead of the vote and throughout the special coverage, France 24 will broadcast a series of reports and programmes exploring the key issues shaping these elections: the cost of living, immigration, political divisions, voter mobilisation, and the future of the MAGA movement.

All documentaries are available to watch or rewatch on France 24’s website:

‘US state of Louisiana in battle over electoral map’, a report by Fanny Allard, broadcast on September 5.
‘Fear and broken families: Inside a Texas ICE detention center’, a report by Pierrick Leurent and Valérie Defert, broadcast on September 19.
‘ICE, Trump and Africa : Secret deals, broken lives’, a report by Karina Chabour, broadcast on September 21.
‘Thanks a lot, Trump’: Wyoming conservatives divided ahead of US midterms”’, a report by James André, broadcast on October 17.

Across France 24’s Digital Platforms

France 24’s digital newsrooms will provide continuous coverage of the elections on france24.com and the channel’s social media platforms in four languages, with articles, videos, analysis, and the latest results.

On the ground, France 24’s digital teams, including Valentin Cacheux in Michigan, Leela Jacinto and Samia Metheni in Georgia, and Sam Ball in Arizona, will produce reports and exclusive content bringing audiences closer to American voters.

On YouTube and social media, France 24 will also offer explanatory videos exploring the key issues surrounding the midterm elections, including divisions within the MAGA movement, alongside video reports produced on the ground. Reports, interviews, debates, and special news programmes broadcast on air will also be available across the channel’s digital platforms.

[Source: France 24 press release]

France 24 English Available on PBS Streaming Platforms in the U.S.

9 October 2026

France 24 English Available on PBS Streaming Platforms in the U.S.

France 24 and PBS today announced a new agreement to offer PBS member stations the option to livestream France 24 English as a subchannel on their PBS digital platforms.

The agreement significantly strengthens France 24’s efforts to expand its digital reach amongst U.S. audiences, while giving PBS member stations a new way to bring fresh, daily content to viewers through PBS platforms. With this addition, PBS stations can now offer nine different live, linear, commercial-free streaming channels on PBS.org and the PBS app.

France 24, an international news channel and part of France’s public service media, reaches 577 million households worldwide, and 153.7 million people weekly. It is backed by a network of 200 correspondents worldwide delivering balanced, in-depth coverage of global affairs.

Vanessa Burggraf, Director of France 24, highlighted the significance of the agreement, which enables France 24 to be distributed across the United States via PBS platforms, particularly at a time when verified, balanced, and accurate information is more essential than ever. “We are proud to offer France 24 in English to American audiences and firmly believe that the channel will receive a warm welcome.”

Ira Rubenstein, Chief Digital and Marketing Officer for PBS, said: “We are thrilled to team up with France 24, creating a new opportunity for our member stations to bring the channel’s English digital content to their viewers through PBS platforms. It’s a natural fit for public media’s mission to reach viewers wherever they are with in-depth, trustworthy journalism.”

About France 24, a France Médias Monde Channel

France 24 is composed of four global 24-hour channels (in French, English, Arabic, and Spanish), broadcasting 24/7 to 577 million households across all five continents. Each week, France 24 reaches 153.7 million people, including 108.5 million viewers. France 24’s newsroom offers a French perspective on world events and relies on a network of 200 correspondents covering nearly every country around the globe. The channel is distributed via cable, satellite, digital terrestrial television (DTT), as well as on mobile phones, tablets, and connected TVs, and on YouTube in its four language versions. France 24’s digital platforms, also available in four languages, record 17.9 million visits per month, 2.6 billion video views (in 2025), and bring together more than 73.3 million subscribers across Facebook, X, Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube, and TikTok. France 24 is the leading French news channel on YouTube and WhatsApp. France 24.com

About PBS

PBS offers all Americans the opportunity to explore new ideas and new worlds through television and digital content. Each month, PBS reaches over 36 million adults on linear primetime television, 16 million users on PBS-owned streaming platforms, 53 million viewers on YouTube, and 60 million people view PBS content on social media, inviting them to experience the worlds of science, history, nature, and public affairs and to take front-row seats to world-class drama and performances. PBS’s broad array of programs has been consistently honored by the industry’s most coveted award competitions. As the number one educational media brand, PBS KIDS helps children 2-8 build critical skills, enabling them to find success in school and life. Specific program information and updates for press are available at pbs.org/pressroom.

[Source: France 24 press release]

France 24 English now providing 24/7 subtitles

31 July 2026

France 24 English now providing 24/7 subtitles

France 24’s English-language channel now features subtitles available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across all distribution platforms.

This new service is powered by DVB Teletext subtitling technology, enabling viewers to turn subtitles on whenever they wish using their remote control.

Developed in partnership with france.tv access, the accessibility brand of france.tv studio, this innovation is based on advanced AI-powered automatic transcription. To ensure a high level of accuracy and reliability, the system has been trained on the tens of thousands of articles and videos available on france24.com/en.

Operators and distribution platforms carrying France 24’s English-language channel can now offer subtitles simply by enabling the subtitle data embedded in the channel’s broadcast signal.

This enhancement improves access to news and information for viewers who are not fully proficient in English and makes it easier to follow the channel in public spaces where the sound is muted or difficult to hear. It also provides a more accessible and inclusive viewing experience for deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences. Finally, it enables France 24 to meet regulatory requirements in certain markets and comply with subtitling standards set by some distribution partners.

France 24 retains NewsGuard’s highest trust rating with 100% score

23 July 2026

France 24 retains NewsGuard’s highest trust rating with 100% score

France 24 has once again received NewsGuard’s maximum trust score of 100/100 following the platform’s latest assessment.

According to NewsGuard’s report, the France 24 website meets all nine of its criteria for credibility and transparency, earning the outlet a ‘high credibility’ rating.

At a time when information manipulation and disinformation are growing global challenges, this recognition reaffirms France 24’s role as a trusted source of international news. It also reflects the professionalism and editorial rigour of its journalists across the network’s four language channels: French, English, Arabic and Spanish.

RFI, the international radio channel operated by the France Médias Monde group, also received NewsGuard’s top score in its assessment last year.

NewsGuard specialises in evaluating the reliability of news and information websites. Its team of journalists rates outlets according to transparent journalistic criteria, helping audiences identify trustworthy sources and detect misinformation and disinformation campaigns. NewsGuard’s evaluation methodology is available at this link.

France 24 Arabic – HD on Eutelsat 7W

3 June 2026

France 24 Arabic – HD on Eutelsat 7W

France 24, the leading international news channel, is now broadcasting its Arabic-language channel in high definition (HD) on Eutelsat 7W, offering audiences across the Arab world a significantly enhanced viewing experience. Viewers equipped with a satellite dish across North Africa, the Near East, and the Middle East can now watch France 24 in Arabic in HD, replacing the standard definition (SD) broadcast previously available.

France 24 Arabic will remain available in both SD and HD on Eutelsat until July 1, allowing viewers to make the necessary adjustments without any interruption to service. After July 1, only the HD version will be available.

Satellite distribution of France 24 in the Arab world

In addition to Eutelsat 7W, France 24 Arabic is also broadcast on Nilesat and Arabsat, ensuring optimal satellite coverage across the entire region:

Orbital position 7°W

Frequency: EUTELSAT 11.449 / Horizontal (HD)

Frequency: NILESAT 12207 / Horizontal

Orbital position 26°E

Frequency: ARABSAT 12072 / Horizontal

In addition to its satellite distribution, France 24 is available through television operators’ packages and reaches approximately 120 million households across the Arab world. The channel is also available on all digital platforms, including its website, mobile app, YouTube channel, and social media accounts. This multi-platform presence allows viewers to access continuous international news wherever they are, free of charge, and on all screens.