PoliticsPhoto: News18 WorldUS Midterms 2026: Democrats Aim to Reclaim Congress Amid Record Early Voting
Over 53 million Americans have voted early in the 2026 US midterm elections, setting a new record. Democrats are optimistic about regaining control of both the House and Senate, driven by voter dissatisfaction with the economy and Trump’s presidency. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are contested. Forecasts give Democrats an 84% chance to win the House and 65% for the Senate, potentially securing a 241-seat majority in the House and a 52-48 Senate edge.
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