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US midterm race enters last six months with Congress at stake
Democrats hold a narrow polling edge as Republicans face weak approval ratings, economic dissatisfaction and redistricting fights that could reshape Congress.
- On Sunday, May 3, 2026, the battle for control of Congress entered its final six months, with November midterm elections set to reshape President Donald Trump's second term and the balance of power in Washington.
- Early indicators point to a challenging environment for Republicans, with Trump's approval rating around 40 per cent and economic dissatisfaction—particularly inflation and Iran war-related costs—eroding confidence in the incumbent party.
- Americans will vote to fill all 435 House seats and one-third of the 100-member Senate, though redistricting battles in states including Texas, Florida, and Ohio complicate the path to control.
- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise told CNBC that Republican prospects depend on voters appreciating his party "delivering what we've delivered to finally start turning this mess around that we inherited a year and a half ago."
- Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer accused Republicans of undermining voting rights, while the group AFP Action warned the party's Senate majority remains "at risk" due to structural headwinds and disengaged voters.
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Total News Sources21
Leaning Left3Leaning Right7Center7Last UpdatedBias Distribution41% Center, 41% Right
Bias Distribution
- 41% of the sources are Center, 41% of the sources lean Right
41% Right
L 18%
C 41%
R 41%
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