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Americans head to the polls on November 3 to elect members of the House of Representatives and the Senate, determining the legislative landscape for the remainder of Donald Trump's presidency.
Americans will vote on Tuesday, November 3, in midterm elections to decide the composition of the House of Representatives and the Senate. These elections will determine which party controls the US Congress and shape the legislative agenda for the final two years of Donald Trump's presidency.
Currently, Republicans hold a majority in both chambers. In the House of Representatives, Republicans hold 218 seats, which is the minimum required for control, plus one independent who votes with them. All 435 House seats are up for election. While most districts are not considered competitive, the Cook Political Report suggests 18 districts are "toss-ups" that could be won by either party.
In the Senate, Republicans hold 53 of the 100 seats, while Democrats hold 45 and two independents who vote with them. Of the 35 Senate seats up for election this November, the Cook Political Report identifies seven as toss-ups.
The cost of living is a primary issue for voters. While President Trump stated in his February 24 State of the Union address that gas was "now below $2.30 [£1.74] a gallon in most states," gas prices rose to $4 (£3.03) following the start of the war between Israel and Iran in late February. An August poll found that 63% of respondents disapproved of Trump's handling of the situation.
Other significant issues include:
Republicans maintain a significant financial advantage. In mid-October, the Republican National Committee and allied groups had approximately $320m (£240m) cash on hand, while Democrats had just under $230m (£170m). Additionally, Trump's MAGA Inc group held more than $160m (£120m).
If Democrats win control of the House, they could use committee leadership to launch investigations. Some Democrats have stated that probing allegations of Trump family corruption will be a priority. If Democrats win control of the Senate, they could block the confirmation of Trump's appointees to key federal roles, including the judiciary.
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