What is at stake in the U.S. midterm elections

Politics · First reported 3 Nov, 10:02 · Updated 11:28

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Voters are choosing seats in Congress and 36 governorships, with control of the House and Senate potentially at stake. The supplied coverage highlights polling, close races and the role of Trump’s agenda in voters’ decisions.

Republicans have a narrow House majority; a four-seat shift could give Democrats control, and the cited polling average favors Democrats.
Democrats need a net gain of four Senate seats to take control. The article describes several Republican-held states as unexpectedly competitive.
Voters in 36 states are electing governors; a separate article says voters are weighing the effects of Trump’s agenda and three key issues.

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Key facts

House seats: All 435 seats are up for election; 218 are needed for a majority.
Senate seats: 35 of 100 seats are up for election, alongside two special elections in Florida and Ohio.
Democrats’ Senate target: A net gain of four seats is needed to regain control.
Governors’ races: Voters in 36 states will elect governors.
House polling cited: An average of 29 polls gives Democrats 51% and Republicans 42.5%.