United States: Midterm elections to take place on Tuesday, November 3
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This Tuesday, November 3, Americans will vote in the "midterms," the midterm elections. This ballot is very important for the political life of the United States, because it takes place halfway through the president's term.
It is not a presidential election. American voters must choose the members of the House of Representatives, whose 435 seats are renewed every two years. They also elect about one third of the senators. These results may therefore change the balance of power in Washington between Democrats and Republicans.
These elections are closely followed outside the United States, because American politics has effects on the global economy, international security and relations between countries. For the French, the result may influence decisions taken by Washington in several areas, notably trade and alliances.
In short, the midterms of this November 3 are a key moment in American political life. The results will be known in the hours and days following the vote, and they will determine the president's ability to pass his projects during the second half of his term.
Sources: Public Sénat
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