On October 15, an Arkansas state trial court heard arguments in Shelby v Sanders, Pulaski County Circuit Court, 60cv-25-12172. An Arkansas State Senator representing District 26 died on September 2, and Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders called a special election to fill the vacancy for June 9, 2026, leaving the seat vacant for more than nine months. A vote sued, arguing that the State Constitution requires an earlier special election. A decision is expected quickly. See this story.