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Inflation, jobs, healthcare, immigration: What are Americans voting on in US midterms 2026?

US midterm elections 2026 are shaping up as a key test for Donald Trump, with economic pressures, rising living costs and immigration enforcement driving voter discontent.

4 min read New Delhi Oct 30, 2026 10:02 PM IST First published on: Oct 30, 2026 at 09:32 PM IST

US Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., center left, greets a supporter ahead of a midterm rally with President Donald Trump, in Pendleton. (AP Photo)

The November 3 US midterm elections are shaping up as a test of President Donald Trump’s second-term record, with rising living costs, immigration enforcement and the conflict with Iran emerging as major issues for voters.…