US midterms put control of Congress and Trump’s agenda in focus

Politics · First reported 2 Nov, 11:00 · Updated 07:52

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Voters are choosing all 435 House members, 35 senators and 39 governors, among other offices; the congressional results will shape whether Republicans retain control for the final two years of Donald Trump’s term. Reporting also highlights voter concerns about living costs and fuel prices, while the Guardian describes campaign activity and US strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island.

All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are on the ballot; Republicans hold 53 Senate seats, and Democrats need a net gain of four seats in each chamber for a majority.
Voters are also choosing 39 governors, alongside state and local offices and ballot measures.
The articles identify high living costs and fuel prices that rose after the Iran war as voter concerns; the Guardian also reports US strikes on Qeshm Island.

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Key facts

House seats on ballot: 435
Senate seats on ballot: 35
Governorships being decided: 39
Current Senate balance reported: 53 Republicans; 47 Democrats and independents who caucus with them
Democratic gain needed for a Senate majority: Four seats