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  "title": "Watching the US midterm elections from the Middle East",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/watching-the-us-midterm-elections-from-the-middle-east-17163487",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-30T02:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/podcasts/beyond-the-headlines/2026/10/30/watching-the-us-midterm-elections-from-the-middle-east/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Next month's US midterm elections could significantly impact both domestic politics and American foreign policy overseas. As voters await the outcome, the focus in the Middle East shifts to whether the results will alter US foreign policy. Currently, Republicans hold all three branches of government, empowering President Donald Trump to steer the legislative agenda without restraint. If Democrats secure control of Congress, they may pose a more formidable challenge to Trump and his administration.\n\nThe war with Iran is already met with widespread discontent among Americans. Petrol prices have surged by 50% since February, and the cost of living has experienced a significant uptick. A new Congress, potentially led by Democrats, could pass a war powers bill mandating legislative approval for further military action. Additionally, the aftermath of the Gaza war and its devastating consequences could raise questions about America's financial support for Israel.",
  "summary": "The US midterm elections next month could change the course of American politics at home and – and American policy abroad. While voters will be waiting to see whether the Democrats take control of Congress and the Senate, in the Middle East the question is whether the results will change anything in US foreign policy. At the moment, the Republicans control all three branches of government, giving…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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