THREE ISSUES DEFINING THE 2026 US MIDTERM ELECTIONS

President Donald Trump’s record-low popularity, voter frustration over the cost of living and a fierce immigration fight are shaping the November 3 midterm elections, which will determine whether Republicans keep control of Congress or Democrats gain the power to challenge his administration.

Republicans hold narrow majorities in the House of Representatives and Senate. Democrats need a net gain of four seats to ​take control of each chamber. The outcome will hinge on a relatively small number of competitive races, but the campaigns are being shaped nationally by Trump himself and voter ‌concerns over affordability and immigration.

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