How the midterms could change Trump’s presidency

Author: Noor WazwazPublished on: October 23, 2026Country: United States

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How the midterms could change Trump’s presidency

Donald Trump is not on the ballot in November’s midterm elections, but their outcome could shape the final two years of his presidency. A shift in control of Congress could allow lawmakers to block legislation and launch investigations. Al Jazeera’s Noor Wazwaz explains what is at stake.

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