US midterm elections: Key races and issues shaping Trump’s final two years

Key polling, races and issues frame US midterm elections that will shape Trump’s final two years as president.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 13, 2026 at 2:15 AM EDT

The US midterm elections will help define Trump’s final two years as president, with key races and issues central to the contest.

BBC News examines polling and pivotal races ahead of the vote, exploring where the election could be decided.

Originally reported by BBC News. Read the full story at BBC News

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