US voters cast ballots in pivotal midterms testing Republican control of Congress
US voters are heading to the polls in midterm elections that will determine control of Congress and shape the remainder of President Donald Trump's term.
Voting is under way across the United States in midterm elections that will decide control of Congress and shape the remainder of President Donald Trump's second term. Opposition Democrats require a net gain of four seats to overturn the current 53–47 Republican majority in the Senate, while also aiming to secure the House of Representatives.
Key contests in states including Texas and Michigan have drawn national attention. Public dissatisfaction regarding economic inflation and the ongoing conflict with Iran has pushed several historically conservative districts into contention. A Democratic victory in either chamber would significantly restrict the administration's legislative power over the next two years.
Sources: BBC News, Cyprus Mail, France24, Sweden Herald, The Herald
How outlets assessed this
- BBC News Cautious Emphasizes that despite favorable polling for Democrats, past survey errors mean the final outcome remains uncertain.
- The Guardian Critical Frames the election as a potential end to the Trump era driven by historic low presidential approval ratings.
- Sweden Herald Neutral Focuses on President Trump's defiant campaign rallies predicting victory despite unfavorable polling data.
Sources
- BBC News — A Paralympian vs a former TV news anchor - and other US Senate races to watch
- Sweden Herald — Key Senate races to watch in the US midterm elections
- France24 — Midterms live: US voters head to polls to determine control of Congress for Trump’s remaining term
- Cyprus Mail — US midterms: Key Senate races that could decide control of Congress
- The Herald — US midterms: Trump's grip on Congress faces biggest test since returning to power
Earlier coverage
- Nov 3, 2026, 04:00 PM UTCUS voters cast ballots in midterm elections with Senate control at stake
- Nov 2, 2026, 10:30 PM UTCUS midterm elections hinge on key Senate battles in Texas and Michigan
- Nov 2, 2026, 04:00 PM UTCDemocrats target Congress control as US midterm voting begins