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What to know about the 2026 midterms

Summarised by Spiced Kopi · 24 October 2026, 15:26 UTC ·8 sec listen

Ed O’Keefe previews the major political questions shaping the 2026 midterm elections and explains what voters should watch as Election Day approaches. The report offers a snapshot of the issues and forces expected to matter.

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