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Early voting begins in US midterms that could see Republicans lose control of Congress

A file image of "I Voted" stickers at Maples Elementary School on August 4, 2026
A file image of "I Voted" stickers at Maples Elementary School on August 4, 2026. © Nic Antaya, AP

In-person early voting for the US midterm elections begins Friday, six weeks ahead of the final November 3 vote, which will determine whether Republicans will maintain their majority in the US House and Senate. Some of the main issues American voters are deciding on are how to navigate the cost-of-living crisis, the war in Iran and President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration enforcement campaign.

In-person voting for this year’s midterm elections begins Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide who they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.

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