Why a Democratic win in US midterms could adversely affect Europe

Six days before the US midterm elections, polls give Democrats an average eight-point lead in both the House and the Senate. Analysts say a Democratic victory could improve transatlantic relations, but might also make Europeans less alert to far-right movements and prompt Donald Trump to increase pressure on Ukraine to accept a deal with Russia. Catherine Fieschi of Carnegie Europe says a Democratic win could reinforce the belief that democracies can recover and reduce concern about a Marine Le Pen victory. The French National Rally leader is polling ahead of other candidates for the April 18 presidential election, with about 34 percent support.