Voters weigh Trump's second term as midterm elections decide control of Congress

Voters decide Tuesday whether to shift power in Washington in midterm elections serving as a referendum on President Donald Trump's second term, with Democrats optimistic about gains amid discontent over high prices and the Iran war. Democrats need a net gain of four Senate seats and three House seats to win majorities, with tight margins in both chambers. Over 59 million people voted early, surpassing 2022 turnout, while Trump's approval stands at 35% and most Americans blame him for rising costs. The results will shape Trump's final two years, potentially enabling Democratic investigations or impeachments if they win either chamber. Republicans spent heavily in safe districts but face historical midterm losses, with 36 states also electing governors.