Watch Live: Lawmakers compete in 2026 Congressional Baseball Game

The baseball game, which is played for charity, has become a staple in Washington, D.C., and Republicans have defeated Democrats for five years in a row. Last year they won 13-2.

Published: June 10, 2026 7:04pm

Republican lawmakers are set to face off against Democrats from both chambers in the annual Congressional Baseball Game on Wednesday night, which will take place at Nationals Park.

The traditional game dates back to the early 1900s, and has been largely dominated by conservatives since the 1960s. Republicans have won 38 of the games and Democrats have won 23 times since 1962.

The baseball game, which is played for charity, has become a staple in Washington, D.C., and Republicans have defeated Democrats five years in a row. Last year they won 13-2. 

The game is set to begin at 7 p.m. Eastern and can be streamed here.

Misty Severi is a news reporter for Just The News. You can follow her on X for more coverage. 

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