Americans head to the polls for elections that could define Trump's closing chapter
Summary
U.S. voters are casting ballots in midterm elections that will decide control of Congress, as Republicans face concerns about high living costs and weakening support for President Donald Trump. Trump has campaigned heavily in states that Republicans have usually won comfortably, while Democrats see opportunities in several Senate races.Key Facts
- The midterm elections on Tuesday will determine control of Congress.
- The article says voters rank the cost of living as their leading concern.
- The article links higher food and fuel prices partly to U.S. tariffs and the war with Iran.
- Trump has held dozens of rallies and asked voters to act as if he were on the ballot.
- Diesel rose from $3.75 per gallon before the war began in February to a reported record $6.52 in September.
- Inflation rose from 3% when Trump took office to 3.7%, and economists cited in the article estimate tariffs pushed it higher.
- Republicans have spent heavily on advertising and campaigned in states including Iowa and Kansas, where Senate contests may be competitive.
- The article identifies Texas, Ohio and Kansas as states where Republicans face potential vulnerabilities in Senate races.
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