US midterms 2026: Polls open as Democrats target House and Senate control

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Polls have opened across all 50 US states for the 2026 midterm elections, with Democrats predicted to achieve a "Blue Wave" that threatens President Donald Trump's Republican majority in both the House and Senate. Key races in states like Michigan, Maine, Iowa, and Alaska will decide the outcome. Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer expressed "nauseously optimistic" confidence in retaking the Senate, citing a focus on affordability and opposition to the Iran war. President Trump announced a deal to end $4 billion in annual US military aid to Israel by the end of 2026, claiming Israel no longer needs it. Trump's approval rating is near a record low, and polls suggest the battle for Congress may be tightening despite Democratic optimism. Polls close starting at 6pm Eastern time, with results expected through the night.


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