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US midterms 2026: What happens if Democrats take control of Congress?

US midterm elections 2026 could reshape Congress as Democrats seek control of the House and Senate, potentially expanding oversight of Donald Trump’s administration.

3 min read New Delhi Oct 28, 2026 06:55 PM IST First published on: Oct 28, 2026 at 06:30 PM IST

President Donald Trump arrives at a campaign rally at Dalton Municipal Airport in Dalton. (AP Photo)

Early voting has been underway for weeks ahead of the US midterm elections scheduled for November 3 , when American voters will elect members of the House of Representatives and Senate and, in some states, governors. The poll is seen as a litmus test for President Donald Trump’s Republican Party, as surveys suggest November polls could jolt the ruling dispensation.

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