US midterm elections 2026: Americans vote on Trump's second-term agenda as polls open nationwide
Source Summary
Polls have opened across the United States for midterm elections that will determine which party controls Congress for the remainder of Donald Trump's second term. Key voter concerns include the economy, Iran policy and retaliatory closure of the Strait of Hormuz affecting gas prices, immigration enforcement, and artificial intelligence development.
Why it matters
Midterm elections determine congressional control and the legislative agenda for the remainder of Trump's presidency, directly affecting policy implementation on economy, foreign affairs, and domestic priorities.
