Americans vote in midterms set to upend Trump’s presidency

Midterm elections in the United States on Tuesday will determine the fate of President Donald Trump's second term. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are up for grabs, along with governorships in 36 states. Democrats are aiming to seize the House and challenge for control of the Senate, while Republicans losing the House would allow Democrats to block Trump's legislative agenda and investigate his administration. A Senate defeat could also limit Trump's ability to appoint Supreme Court justices and senior officials.

Democrats need just three House gains and a net four seats in the Senate to take both chambers from Republicans. Despite his promise to lower prices, President Trump's approval rating has remained in the low 30s due to inflation, tariffs, and fuel costs driven by the Middle East conflict. In Atlanta, Georgia, retired teacher Jane Callum, 77, canvassed for Senate candidate Jon Ossoff, emphasizing the importance of shifting the country toward democracy.

Republicans argue that Trump's tax cuts and immigration policies benefit Americans, portraying Democratic candidates as left-wing radicals. However, in his final campaign appearance, Trump focused more on his renovation plans for Washington's Reflecting Pool rather than the economy. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer dismissed Trump's message as "pathetic."

While Republicans hold a 53-47 Senate majority, the race is being fought in conservative states such as Kansas, Texas, Iowa, Ohio, and Alaska. Democrats must also defend competitive seats, including Michigan, where Congresswoman Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers over the Democratic nominee, Abdul El-Sayed. Decision Desk HQ predicts 241 House seats for Democrats and 194 for Republicans, with a 52-48 Democratic Senate majority.

Early voting has reached over 57 million Americans, indicating high voter turnout. Republicans hope their supporters will turn out in large numbers. Despite numerous allegations of voter fraud, a court rejected a last-minute Supreme Court attempt to prevent California from accepting mail-in ballots from non-citizens. As Election Day approaches, the outcome remains uncertain, with concerns over potential disputes and challenges to the results.