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U.S. Fall Elections: Risks, Scenarios and Implications for Government CIOs

October 15, 2026 | 8:00 AM — 9:00 AM PT

The upcoming November elections will introduce volatility for government CIOs, with pivotal congressional races and statewide elections across 36 states.

What you’ll learn

  • How to plan for three potential congressional outcomes — Republican control of both houses, Democratic control of both houses, or a divided Congress.
  • How to navigate the massive disruptions triggered by a gubernatorial party flip, as well as manage the subtle leadership shifts that occur even when a party retains control.

The upcoming November elections will introduce volatility for government CIOs, with pivotal congressional races and statewide elections across 36 states. The outcomes could disrupt mission continuity through shifts in leadership, policy priorities, agency direction and funding models.

Join this webinar to explore the election scenarios most likely to influence the federal and state government landscape. Learn how different outcomes could affect policy priorities, leadership transitions and funding decisions, and gain practical guidance to help your organization prepare for potential disruption and maintain continuity through political change.

Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) delivers actionable, objective insight to executives and their teams. Over 19,500 enterprises in about 90 countries trust Gartner’s expert guidance and tools to enable smarter decisions and stronger performance of their organization’s mission-critical priorities. To learn more, visit gartner.com.