Democrats need just five House seats to flip Congress; Senate race remains tight
Americans are voting in midterm elections. Democrats favour to win the House but face a harder fight for Senate control.
Voters are going to the polls to elect all 435 House members and 35 Senate seats. This has major implications for President Donald Trump's agenda.
Republicans now control both chambers and have backed most of Trump's policies over two years. Only 32% of Americans approve of Trump's job performance.
Inflation, high fuel costs and concerns about government corruption hurt him. Polls suggest Democrats could gain between five and 24 House seats.
They need just five to take the House and stop further Trump legislation. The Senate is harder for Democrats.
They hold 47 seats and need 51 to control it. Early voting has surged.
Gerrymandering and promised federal election observers may affect the outcome.
- 435
- House seats available
- 35
- Senate seats available
- 32 percent
- Trump approval rating
- 47, need 51 for control
- Democrats' Senate seats
Why it mattersIf Democrats win the House, they can block spending, investigate the Trump administration, and make officials testify. This limits Trump's power over domestic policy.
AustraliaUS political shifts affect global markets, trade policy, and security partnerships. Tariffs on countries like Australia could change if Congress gains leverage over trade decisions.
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