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Midterm Elections: Democrats' Lead Widens

Updated 2026-10-06 09:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Democrats are expected to gain seats in the midterm elections, driven by low approval ratings for President Trump and rising costs. The race is tightening as less than a month remains until voting.

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