Democrats seek congressional gains as US midterm elections approach
Source Summary
The United States is preparing for midterm elections with Democrats hoping to regain control of one or both houses of Congress. The results are expected to influence the final two years of Donald Trump's second term. Election observers will monitor turnout and voter sentiment to assess the magnitude of any Democratic gains.
Why it matters
Midterm results will determine which party controls Congress and thus the legislative agenda for the remainder of Trump's presidency.
