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US midterms: Polls open across states in crucial test for Trump
The elections are widely seen as a referendum on US President Donald Trump.
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US election and market jitters: Silver slides as Americans vote in crucial midterms
With control of both chambers at stake, polling shows close Senate contests as falling silver prices, market volatility and economic pressures add to the election uncertainty.
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Texas election: Pooja Sethi presses Ken Paxton to condemn Republican colleague's anti-Indian remarks
On the eve of the Texas elections, Democratic candidate Pooja Sethi urged Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton to condemn Bo French's remarks targeting Indian Americans.
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US midterm elections: Trump faces crucial test as Democrats seek control of Congress
With all 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats and 36 governorships up for grabs, voters will decide whether Republicans retain control of Congress or Democrats gain ground.
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US launches defensive strikes on Iranian targets near Hormuz ahead of midterm elections
A US official says American forces struck Iranian targets after Iranian personnel allegedly used surface-to-air missiles against US assets
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Trump weighs Iran deal as Netanyahu pushes for fresh strikes after US midterms
Washington signals progress in negotiations with Tehran, with Qatari mediators working on a proposed agreement.
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US Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots ahead of midterms
The US Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration’s bid to set aside 20,000 California mail ballots flagged over suspected noncitizen voters.
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US midterms: If Republicans lose Congress, Trump to become 'Mr. Veto'
In the event of a Republican defeat, Trump made it clear he would use his presidential power to stop any opposition legislation from becoming law.
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Indian American candidates vie for key posts in US midterm elections
From Ohio governor to congressional and local races, candidates of Indian origin are contesting elections across several states.
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Texas senate race becomes costliest non-presidential contest in US history
The race has recorded $165.7 million in primary advertising expenditure, followed by another $407.5 million in general election advertising spending and reservations.
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'Despicable betrayal' on eve of midterms rocks El-Sayed's bid to become first Muslim senator in US
Abdul El-Sayed's former Democratic primary rival, Haley Stevens, endorsed Republican Mike Rogers ahead of the Michigan Senate election.
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US midterms: Democrats gain ground in Senate battlegrounds as Trump makes final election pitch
Democrats lead in several key Senate battlegrounds ahead of the November 3 US midterms, as Trump faces low approval ratings and voter concerns over the economy.
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Trump announces $15 billion aid to farmers ahead of US midterm elections
Whether that will motivate more voters to turn out in agricultural states where traditionally Republican seats are now seen as competitive is unclear.
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US midterm elections 2026: How they work and why they matter │Explained
A look at how the US elects members of Congress, the role of the two chambers and the significance of the midterm polls.
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Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery after reported pause amid US pressure
Ukraine resumed strikes on Russian oil facilities after a reported pause, as Russian attacks continued and a localised ceasefire enabled humanitarian aid in Oleshky.
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'Put yourself in shape': Trump lashes out at journalist over health question
The US President cancelled weekend rallies in Kansas and Iowa but is expected to attend a campaign event in Florida on Friday.
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US midterms: Obama urges voters to rein in Trump, Republicans
The former US president criticised the Trump administration over affordability and alleged profiteering from office.
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US warns allies of possible Iran strikes, retaliation after elections
Trump has repeatedly said that he is weighing ordering new military action once the critical November 3 US midterm elections are over.
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Trump renews call to rename Atlantic Ocean ‘American Ocean’
The US president says he wants to rename an ocean and a river, after ordering the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario to be renamed.
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US court rejects Trump bid to block California ballots as Washington faces scrutiny
The Justice Department is seeking to set aside ballots from more than 400 suspected noncitizen voters in Washington, while a federal appeals court has rejected a similar demand in California.
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