Christopher A. Coons is the Democrat U.S. Senator from Delaware, in office since 2010.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since November 15, 2010.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Appropriations
- Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
- Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
- Senate Committee on the Judiciary
- Senate Select Committee on Ethics (Vice Chairman)
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
Christopher A. Coons holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Delaware choose who fills it.
On the ballot November 3, 2026
Christopher A. Coons is a candidate for this seat. These candidates are on the ballot:
- Chris Coons, Democratic Incumbent
- Michael "Dr. Mike" Katz, Republican
Source: Delaware Department of Elections, general election candidate list, checked September 26, 2026. See all 35 Senate races.
Delaware
Christopher A. Coons is one of two U.S. Senators for Delaware, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Delaware congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 218 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is Christopher A. Coons next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Delaware takes part in that race.
What committees does Christopher A. Coons serve on?
Christopher A. Coons serves on the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Senate Committee on the Judiciary, Senate Select Committee on Ethics.
How do I contact Christopher A. Coons?
You can reach the office of Christopher A. Coons by phone at 202-224-5042 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 218 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.