# Early voting begins in US midterms that could cost Republicans control of Congress

https://mins.news/en/item/63757

- France 24, 2026-09-18 06:15 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260918-early-voting-begins-in-us-midterms-that-could-see-republicans-lose-control-of-congress

> In-person early voting for the US midterm elections starts Friday, six weeks before the November 3 vote. The outcome will determine whether Republicans retain control of the House and Senate, with the cost-of-living crisis, the war in Iran and Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration enforcement among the main issues for voters.

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