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Biden says he expects Ukraine aid to continue uninterrupted

U.S. President Joe Biden on Wednesday said he expects U.S. aid to Ukraine to continue without interruption despite skepticism expressed by Republicans who appear poised to take control of the U.S. House of Representatives.

Reuters · Nov 9, 2022

Vote kindles charter hope

In a conspicuous move, the House of Representatives has renewed efforts to ditch the military-sponsored constitution. Earlier this month, the House unanimously approved by 323:0 votes a motion calling for a referendum on the drafting of a new constitution.

Bangkok Post · Nov 9, 2022

5 ETFs To Watch After 2022 Midterm Elections: Which Sectors Win From Republican Or Democrat Majority?

The 2022 election was held on Tuesday, Nov. 8. No decision has been made as to who won many of the key battles, including several pivotal seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.

Benzinga · Nov 9, 2022

Voices: Polls got it wrong about the midterm election results. Here’s why

From large numbers of independent voters to suburban women to younger voters turning up in better-than-expected numbers, the Democrats had some unexpected advantages. And even where Republicans are winning, it may be more due to redistricting than the popularity of their own candidates

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2022

US midterms: five reasons why the election results matter

As the US midterm election results roll in, it’s evident that the Republican “red wave” that many experts anticipated hasn’t materialised. Early numbers indicate that Republicans are likely to take back the House of Representatives but by slimmer numbers than expected, even as the US Senate remains a toss-up. While…

The Conversation · Nov 9, 2022

Republican Kevin McCarthy wins his California house race, turns eyes to the speakership

WASHINGTON — House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy defeated his Democratic challenger late Tuesday, securing a ninth term in Congress and putting him on track to become Speaker of the House of Representatives if Republicans claim a majority of the chamber’s seats.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Nov 9, 2022

Senate race neck-and-neck; Republicans to clinch control of lower house

Results are still being declared in the US mid-term elections, with control of Congress hanging in the balance. Republicans are likely to take control of the House of Representatives, according to projections, but the Senate fight remains on a knife-edge. If Democrats lose control of either, Republicans will be able…

Radio France Internationale · Nov 9, 2022

The Standard View: No Republican ‘red wave’, but US politics is set for further chaos

The votes are still being counted and the margins are, as ever, razor-thin. But the predicted ‘red wave’ of Republican victories across the political map of the United States appears not to have materialised. The party looks set to win the House of Representatives but the Senate, where Democrats picked…

Evening Standard · Nov 9, 2022

First Thing: ‘Red wave’ fails to materialise as Democrats beat expectations in the midterms

Fetterman clinches crucial Senate seat for Democrats in Pennsylvania while a slew of election-denying Republican candidates failed to win – although Republicans may still take the House. Plus, the drug that is Hollywood’s worst-kept secret

The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2022

US Congress race on a knife-edge as Democrats hold key states and 'Red Wave' flops out

The midterm elections are often seen as a reflection of the public's approval of the reigning President, which led many to predict a Republican domination as confidence in Joe Biden's term has dwindled.

Irish Mirror · Nov 9, 2022