The Democrats are all set to control the Senate. According to American Network's report the Democrats have won the Nevada elections after Democratic Senator Catherine Cortez Masto won a tie to re-election race against Republican Adam Laxalt.

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Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey has been elected governor of Massachusetts, making history as the nation’s first openly lesbian governor.

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Republicans and Democrats are in a tight race for control of the US Congress, as counting continues following the midterm elections.

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Abortion rights were one of the major issues for both the Democratic Party as well as the Republican Party ahead of the United States midterm elections 2022. The overturning of the historic Roe v Wade judgement by the US supreme court resulted in a major split of opinion among the voters and four states had related regulation on the ballot on Wednesday. Michigan, California, Vermont and Kentucky had their say on the topic and the results were a ray of hope for abortion rights activists.

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The Proposition 1 in California aimed at making abortion legal in a direct contradiction to the supreme court’s order and the majorly Democratic state voted overwhelmingly in favour. The state has long been considered as a place of choice for people seeking reproductive care and according to the re-elected governor Gavin Newsom, the poll results reaffirmed its existent status.

A similar poll in Michigan was aimed at confirming constitutional grounds for abortion in the state and to stop the implementation of an abortion ban that dated back to 1931. Proposal 3 was the first of its kind as it challenged an existing precedent, and the result was welcomed by various groups.

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Much like Michigan, Vermont also officially added abortion rights to the state constitution thanks to a positive result in the polls. Proposal 5 seemed destined to pass without any problem as it was backed by Republican governor Phil Scott and all other major lawmakers of the state.

However, the surprising result came in Kentucky – a state notorious for its hard stance on abortion and one which tried to pass a law which completely outlawed the procedure. The state voted completely against denying any constitutional protections for abortion but considering the flash laws passed in the past, the access to abortion remains extremely difficult in the southern state.

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Abortion rights were one of the major issues for both the Democratic Party as well as the Republican Party ahead of the United States midterm elections 2022. The overturning of the historic Roe v Wade judgement by the US supreme court resulted in a major split of opinion among the voters and four states had related regulation on the ballot on Wednesday.

Abortion rights were one of the major issues for both the Democratic Party as well as the Republican Party ahead of the United States midterm elections 2022. The overturning of the historic Roe v Wade judgement by the US supreme court resulted in a major split of opinion among the voters and four states had related regulation on the ballot on Wednesday. Michigan, California, Vermont and Kentucky had their say on the topic and the results were a ray of hope for abortion rights activists. Also read | US midterms LIVE | No Republican 'red wave', Democrats do better than expected The Proposition 1 in California aimed at making abortion legal in a direct contradiction to the supreme court’s order and the majorly Democratic state voted overwhelmingly in favour. The state has long been considered as a place of choice for people seeking reproductive care and according to the re-elected governor Gavin Newsom, the poll results reaffirmed its existent status. A similar poll in Michigan was aimed at confirming constitutional grounds for abortion in the state and to stop the implementation of an abortion ban that dated back to 1931. Proposal 3 was the first of its kind as it challenged an existing precedent, and the result was welcomed by various groups. WATCH | Democrats block the 'red wave'; US awaits verdict on midterm elections Much like Michigan, Vermont also officially added abortion rights to the state constitution thanks to a positive result in the polls. Proposal 5 seemed destined to pass without any problem as it was backed by Republican governor Phil Scott and all other major lawmakers of the state. However, the surprising result came in Kentucky – a state notorious for its hard stance on abortion and one which tried to pass a law which completely outlawed the procedure. The state voted completely against denying any constitutional protections for abortion but considering the flash laws passed in the past, the access to abortion remains extremely difficult in the southern state.

US midterm elections: Michigan, Kentucky lead state abortion rights wins

Results are still being declared in the US mid-term elections, with control of Congress hanging in the balance. Republicans are likely to take control of the House of Representatives, but the Senate fight remains on a knife-edge.

US Midterm Elections 2022: Republicans and Democrats are neck to neck in senate race

The Republican Party went into the United States midterm elections full of confidence and with the dream of controlling both branches of the Congress – House and Senate. With President Joe Biden’s popularity going down and the country going through one of the worst inflations in recent times, it looked like an easy path for them, but the results have been less than satisfactory till now.

When it comes to the House, the Republicans were projected to cross the necessary 218-mark, but the lead was far less than predicted. Without a comfortable cushion of at least 10 seats, the Republicans will once again be forced to look for bipartisan support on certain key promises.

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The story is even worse when it comes to the Senate race as the battle seemed for a close finish with Democratic candidate John Fetterman pulling off a sensational win over Dr Mehmet Oz in Pennsylvania. The loss means that once again, the Senate can be headed for a 50-50 split and that means that the Vice President Kamala Harris will continue to tilt the scale in the Democrats’ favour.

The defeat of Dr Oz was also a signal of a bigger concern – the performance of the candidates handpicked by former President Donald Trump. The scene was not much different in Arizona where Kari Lake, a vocal denier of the 2020 election results, seemed all set to lose to Katie Hobbs in the governor’s race while in Michigan, Trump-endorsed Republican Tudor Dixon faced a similar fate.

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The other Trump-backed candidate in Arizona – Blake Masters – was also trailing in the Senate race and while JD Vance successfully defeated Democratic candidate Tim Ryan in a much-publicised senate race in Ohio, the numbers are not looking good to justify Trump’s endorsements.

With the Republican Party not performing as well as the projections, a dark shadow has currently settled over Trump’s expected presidential campaign announcement. With a slim lead in the House and a potential loss in the Senate, the Republican Party has placed themselves in a tricky situation and with Trump’s endorsements under the scanner, the Democrats will have a lot to take from the polls.

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The Republican Party went into the United States midterm elections full of confidence and with the dream of controlling both branches of the Congress – House and Senate.

The Republican Party went into the United States midterm elections full of confidence and with the dream of controlling both branches of the Congress – House and Senate. With President Joe Biden’s popularity going down and the country going through one of the worst inflations in recent times, it looked like an easy path for them, but the results have been less than satisfactory till now. When it comes to the House, the Republicans were projected to cross the necessary 218-mark, but the lead was far less than predicted. Without a comfortable cushion of at least 10 seats, the Republicans will once again be forced to look for bipartisan support on certain key promises. Also read | US midterms LIVE | No Republican 'red wave', Democrats do better than expected The story is even worse when it comes to the Senate race as the battle seemed for a close finish with Democratic candidate John Fetterman pulling off a sensational win over Dr Mehmet Oz in Pennsylvania. The loss means that once again, the Senate can be headed for a 50-50 split and that means that the Vice President Kamala Harris will continue to tilt the scale in the Democrats’ favour. The defeat of Dr Oz was also a signal of a bigger concern – the performance of the candidates handpicked by former President Donald Trump. The scene was not much different in Arizona where Kari Lake, a vocal denier of the 2020 election results, seemed all set to lose to Katie Hobbs in the governor’s race while in Michigan, Trump-endorsed Republican Tudor Dixon faced a similar fate. WATCH | Donald Trump eyes 2024 Presidential race, touts large voter turnout The other Trump-backed candidate in Arizona – Blake Masters – was also trailing in the Senate race and while JD Vance successfully defeated Democratic candidate Tim Ryan in a much-publicised senate race in Ohio, the numbers are not looking good to justify Trump’s endorsements. With the Republican Party not performing as well as the projections, a dark shadow has currently settled over Trump’s expected presidential campaign announcement. With a slim lead in the House and a potential loss in the Senate, the Republican Party has placed themselves in a tricky situation and with Trump’s endorsements under the scanner, the Democrats will have a lot to take from the polls.

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In a few hours from now, the voting will start for the midterm elections in the United States. Democrats and Republicans are in their final stretch of campaigning. These polls will decide who will run the Congress. The results will set the tone for the next two years. Here's all you need to know about the midterm elections.

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U.S. voters are weighing in on heavy issues this election. Absentee voting started weeks ago and concludes in person on November 8. From inflation to abortion rights, to border security and crime, concerns about the country’s direction will motivate voters to either keep Democrats in power or give Republicans a chance to control both the U.S. Senate and House. VOA’s Congressional Correspondent Katherine Gypson has more from the voters.

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US President Joe Biden campaigned for Charlie Crist, the Florida Democratic candidate for governor, on Tuesday and warned Florida voters that 'Democracy is on the ballot' ahead of midterm elections due to be held next week. Charlie is up against Ron DeSantis, the state's incumbent Republican governor.

The president targetted DeSantis and said that he was just another version of former President Donald Trump and criticized him for “demonizing the LGBTQ population.” “This to me is one of the most important races in the country,” Biden said. “Charlie is running against Donald Trump incarnate.”

Biden was also garnering support for US Representative Val Demings, a Democrat seeking a Senate seat held by Republican Marco Rubio.&nbsp;

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During his visit, Biden focused on federal programs for elderly people and the less well-to-do. He told the people that the current group of GOP candidates “ain’t your father’s Republican party”. He also attended a rally at Florida Memorial University, a historically Black university.

He also took the opportunity to slam the Republicans for mocking the attack on Paul Pelosi, the husband of Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Biden questioned the political assault and criticised the Republicans by saying “nobody in that party condemns it for exactly what it is.”

Biden's approval rating lingers below 40 per cent as he tries to show his might in a state he lost to Trump in 2020. Since DeSantis is said to be considering running for president in 2024, his visit to Florida was also seen as a test of whether Biden can turn the tables around for the Democrats.

While Biden has not made his plans for 2024 clear yet, Trump is widely believed to stand up for the presidency once again.

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Biden is also set to campaign in New Mexico on Thursday, California on Friday and Pennsylvania on Saturday.&nbsp;

Democratic strategists are worried that Florida might be tilting towards the Republicans, and they are hoping to change that by taking up issues like purported risks to popular health and retirement benefit programs.

White House had recently lowered its optimism about the midterm elections, and officials are concerned that they might now lose control of both the houses. Amid rising inflastion, several polls suggest that Democrats have lost the edge in several states.

If the Democrats lose control of both the houses, Biden's remaining tenure as president will become a tough one. Republicans are expected to block legislation on family leave, abortion, policing and other Biden priorities.

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US President Joe Biden campaigned for Charlie Crist, the Florida Democratic candidate for governor, on Tuesday and warned Florida voters that 'Democracy is on the ballot' ahead of midterm elections due to be held next week.

US President Joe Biden campaigned for Charlie Crist, the Florida Democratic candidate for governor, on Tuesday and warned Florida voters that 'Democracy is on the ballot' ahead of midterm elections due to be held next week. Charlie is up against Ron DeSantis, the state's incumbent Republican governor. The president targetted DeSantis and said that he was just another version of former President Donald Trump and criticized him for “demonizing the LGBTQ population.” “This to me is one of the most important races in the country,” Biden said. “Charlie is running against Donald Trump incarnate.” Biden was also garnering support for US Representative Val Demings, a Democrat seeking a Senate seat held by Republican Marco Rubio. Also Read | Ahead of midterms, Biden makes another gaffe, says there are ‘54 states’ in the US During his visit, Biden focused on federal programs for elderly people and the less well-to-do. He told the people that the current group of GOP candidates “ain’t your father’s Republican party”. He also attended a rally at Florida Memorial University, a historically Black university. He also took the opportunity to slam the Republicans for mocking the attack on Paul Pelosi, the husband of Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Biden questioned the political assault and criticised the Republicans by saying “nobody in that party condemns it for exactly what it is.” Biden's approval rating lingers below 40 per cent as he tries to show his might in a state he lost to Trump in 2020. Since DeSantis is said to be considering running for president in 2024, his visit to Florida was also seen as a test of whether Biden can turn the tables around for the Democrats. While Biden has not made his plans for 2024 clear yet, Trump is widely believed to stand up for the presidency once again. × Biden is also set to campaign in New Mexico on Thursday, California on Friday and Pennsylvania on Saturday. Democratic strategists are worried that Florida might be tilting towards the Republicans, and they are hoping to change that by taking up issues like purported risks to popular health and retirement benefit programs. White House had recently lowered its optimism about the midterm elections, and officials are concerned that they might now lose control of both the houses. Amid rising inflastion, several polls suggest that Democrats have lost the edge in several states. If the Democrats lose control of both the houses, Biden's remaining tenure as president will become a tough one. Republicans are expected to block legislation on family leave, abortion, policing and other Biden priorities. (With inputs from agencies)

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In the United States, early voting began on Monday (October 24) with people voting in the midterm elections. In his recent meeting with six young "change-makers", President Joe Biden stressed the need for voter turnout.&nbsp;

In the meeting, they talked about several issues dominating the election such as abortion access, trans rights, criminal justice reform, gun safety, economic instability and climate injustice.&nbsp;

Targeting the opposition on abortion, Biden said the Senators on the Republican side have made it clear what they want to do. He noted that Senator Lindsay Graham of South Carolina "wants to federally pass a law that they'd expect the President to sign that would in fact outlaw the right to choose in most cases, no matter whether it's incest or rape or any criminal act".&nbsp;

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But Biden also mentioned, that if Republicans succeed in blocking abortion in every state, then he is going to veto it. "It's not going to happen as long as I'm President," he said.&nbsp;

The US president told activists Monday at his party headquarters in Washington: "We just have 15 days until one of the most important elections in our lifetime. And it's going to shape the way the country looks... for the coming decade." He predicted a late surge.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the Republicans hope their narrative will help them take back Congress. In case the result favours the Republicans, it would cripple the remaining two years of Biden's presidency.&nbsp;

Democrats made significant headway in recent months but despite that, the Republicans have been pushing forward their campaign with a focus on the economy and law and order. They are also targeting high inflation, violent crime soaring and the immigration crisis, etc.&nbsp;

Some polls have favoured&nbsp;the Republicans in races that will determine which party controls the US Congress, but Biden said last Friday that he is confident that the momentum would shift.&nbsp;

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During the campaign, the Republicans have blamed Biden's policies for high inflation and increases in crime.&nbsp;

Notably, the midterms in the nation take place every two years in the middle of a four-year presidential term. The Americans go to the polls on November 8.&nbsp;

In the House of Representatives, all 435 seats are on the ballot on November 8. Also the 35 Senate seats, just over a third of the upper chamber.&nbsp;

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In the United States, early voting began on Monday (October 24) with people voting in the midterm elections. In his recent meeting with six young "change-makers", President Joe Biden stressed the need for voter turnout. In the meeting, they talked about several issues dominating the election such as abortion access, trans rights, criminal justice reform, gun safety, economic instability and climate injustice. Targeting the opposition on abortion, Biden said the Senators on the Republican side have made it clear what they want to do. He noted that Senator Lindsay Graham of South Carolina "wants to federally pass a law that they'd expect the President to sign that would in fact outlaw the right to choose in most cases, no matter whether it's incest or rape or any criminal act". ALSO READ | Why is West bothered about Iran sending drones to Russia? But Biden also mentioned, that if Republicans succeed in blocking abortion in every state, then he is going to veto it. "It's not going to happen as long as I'm President," he said. The US president told activists Monday at his party headquarters in Washington: "We just have 15 days until one of the most important elections in our lifetime. And it's going to shape the way the country looks... for the coming decade." He predicted a late surge. Watch this report: × Meanwhile, the Republicans hope their narrative will help them take back Congress. In case the result favours the Republicans, it would cripple the remaining two years of Biden's presidency. Democrats made significant headway in recent months but despite that, the Republicans have been pushing forward their campaign with a focus on the economy and law and order. They are also targeting high inflation, violent crime soaring and the immigration crisis, etc. Some polls have favoured the Republicans in races that will determine which party controls the US Congress, but Biden said last Friday that he is confident that the momentum would shift. ALSO READ | Amid growing US scrutiny, Israel might tighten restrictions on Chinese investments During the campaign, the Republicans have blamed Biden's policies for high inflation and increases in crime. Notably, the midterms in the nation take place every two years in the middle of a four-year presidential term. The Americans go to the polls on November 8. In the House of Representatives, all 435 seats are on the ballot on November 8. Also the 35 Senate seats, just over a third of the upper chamber. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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According to the recent poll by ABC News/Washington Post, the incumbent United States President Joe Biden and his Democratic Party are struggling ahead of the midterm elections. Meanwhile, the poll also shows that at least 56% of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents in the party want someone else for the upcoming presidential elections in 2024. 
 
For the upcoming midterm election to be held in November&nbsp;this year, the poll shows that registered voters are divided between the candidates from the two major parties in American politics, Republicans (47%) and Democrats (46%) in their districts.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, only 35% of Dems and Democratic-leaning independents would choose Biden as a nominee for the 2024 presidential elections while others want to look for someone else.&nbsp;

Whereas in the Republican party, the votes are almost equal on whether or not former US president Donald Trump should be running for the 2024 elections. At least 47% of Republicans and GOP-leaning independents&nbsp;want Trump as their nominee while 46% want someone else representing their party in the presidential elections.&nbsp;

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The poll also shows the close competition the two candidates would have if chosen, as at least 48% would vote for Biden and 46% for Trump, said the poll producers for ABC the Langer Research Associates.&nbsp;

However, the number is reversed for the two candidates when it comes to registered voters and this is amid Trump being embroiled in lawsuits and scandals, with nearly 52% of people wanting him to get charged with a crime following the FBI investigation and his supporters storming the US Capitol on January 6.

In Biden’s case, only 39% of people approve of his work till now, while 53% disapprove. As for the economy, amid soaring inflation at a 40-year high, the president’s approval rating in this context is 36% while seeing disapproval by 57% of people. However, the ratings are not all downhill for Biden and the Dems as at least 40% say that he has accomplished a lot since he took office. This is a 5% improvement since last year, said the report.&nbsp;

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The Democrats are also better trusted to handle the US Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v Wade which eliminated the constitutional right to an abortion, a ruling which a majority of Americans across the spectrum disagree with.

Notably, only 29% support it and at least 64% of people oppose it, said the poll, while 53% strongly oppose it and only 21% strongly support it. The people trust the Democrats more in comparison to the Republicans to handle abortion by at least 20 points. Additionally, 50% of people indicated that the GOP is too restrictive on abortion and 31% say Dems are too permissive.&nbsp;

In contrast, the GOP is better trusted to handle the economy overall by 19 points and inflation by 16 points when compared to the Democrats, the poll results show. Meanwhile, 74% say that the economy is in a bad shape which is up from 58% last year, months after Biden took office.&nbsp;

This can be a concern for the Dems given that the poll shows that people have placed more importance on the economy and inflation rather than abortion. At least 84% of participants call for the economy to be a priority in their vote for Congress and 76% say the same thing about inflation. Meanwhile, only 62% think of abortion being a top issue.&nbsp;

Another issue in which the GOP is in the lead is crime, with 14 points lead in trust to handle, while at least 69% say that it is a highly important issue. On the other hand, Dems have a lead of 23 points in trust for dealing with climate change, however, it is only important to less than 50%.&nbsp;

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The parties also run close on issues of education and schools, however, Democrats lead the trust with 6 points and immigration which is near equal. According to the report, “when these issues are assessed as a combination of importance and party preference, economy and inflation top list which is followed by abortion, then climate change, crime, education and immigration.”&nbsp;

The polls also show that 72% of the registered voters are certain about voting in the midterm elections in their district, while 66% said that voting for this election is more important to them than the past midterms.&nbsp; 
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According to the recent poll by ABC News/Washington Post, the incumbent United States President Joe Biden and his Democratic Party are struggling ahead of the midterm elections.

According to the recent poll by ABC News/Washington Post, the incumbent United States President Joe Biden and his Democratic Party are struggling ahead of the midterm elections. Meanwhile, the poll also shows that at least 56% of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents in the party want someone else for the upcoming presidential elections in 2024. For the upcoming midterm election to be held in November this year, the poll shows that registered voters are divided between the candidates from the two major parties in American politics, Republicans (47%) and Democrats (46%) in their districts. Meanwhile, only 35% of Dems and Democratic-leaning independents would choose Biden as a nominee for the 2024 presidential elections while others want to look for someone else. Whereas in the Republican party, the votes are almost equal on whether or not former US president Donald Trump should be running for the 2024 elections. At least 47% of Republicans and GOP-leaning independents want Trump as their nominee while 46% want someone else representing their party in the presidential elections. ALSO READ: US: Donors and the Republican party have paid millions for Trump’s legal troubles, claims report The poll also shows the close competition the two candidates would have if chosen, as at least 48% would vote for Biden and 46% for Trump, said the poll producers for ABC the Langer Research Associates. However, the number is reversed for the two candidates when it comes to registered voters and this is amid Trump being embroiled in lawsuits and scandals, with nearly 52% of people wanting him to get charged with a crime following the FBI investigation and his supporters storming the US Capitol on January 6. In Biden’s case, only 39% of people approve of his work till now, while 53% disapprove. As for the economy, amid soaring inflation at a 40-year high, the president’s approval rating in this context is 36% while seeing disapproval by 57% of people. However, the ratings are not all downhill for Biden and the Dems as at least 40% say that he has accomplished a lot since he took office. This is a 5% improvement since last year, said the report. ALSO WATCH: Joe Biden's approval ratings improve 2 months before mid-term polls The Democrats are also better trusted to handle the US Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v Wade which eliminated the constitutional right to an abortion, a ruling which a majority of Americans across the spectrum disagree with. Notably, only 29% support it and at least 64% of people oppose it, said the poll, while 53% strongly oppose it and only 21% strongly support it. The people trust the Democrats more in comparison to the Republicans to handle abortion by at least 20 points. Additionally, 50% of people indicated that the GOP is too restrictive on abortion and 31% say Dems are too permissive. In contrast, the GOP is better trusted to handle the economy overall by 19 points and inflation by 16 points when compared to the Democrats, the poll results show. Meanwhile, 74% say that the economy is in a bad shape which is up from 58% last year, months after Biden took office. This can be a concern for the Dems given that the poll shows that people have placed more importance on the economy and inflation rather than abortion. At least 84% of participants call for the economy to be a priority in their vote for Congress and 76% say the same thing about inflation. Meanwhile, only 62% think of abortion being a top issue. Another issue in which the GOP is in the lead is crime, with 14 points lead in trust to handle, while at least 69% say that it is a highly important issue. On the other hand, Dems have a lead of 23 points in trust for dealing with climate change, however, it is only important to less than 50%. ALSO READ: Joe Biden mulls declaring 'Climate Change Emergency' but can he fight off his colleagues? The parties also run close on issues of education and schools, however, Democrats lead the trust with 6 points and immigration which is near equal. According to the report, “when these issues are assessed as a combination of importance and party preference, economy and inflation top list which is followed by abortion, then climate change, crime, education and immigration.” The polls also show that 72% of the registered voters are certain about voting in the midterm elections in their district, while 66% said that voting for this election is more important to them than the past midterms.

Poll: Biden, his party struggle ahead of midterms, as most Dems look elsewhere for 2024

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday accused Russia of seeking to disrupt 2022 elections by disseminating "misinformation". His statement came as he visited office of the director of national intelligence near Washington.

"Look at what Russia is doing already about the 2022 elections and misinformation," Biden said

"It's a pure violation of our sovereignty."

Biden also lashed out at Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Putin has "a real problem, he is sitting on top of an economy that has nuclear weapons and nothing else," Biden said. "He knows he is in real trouble, which makes him even more dangerous in my view."

Biden expressed concern about the recent increase in cyberattacks, particularly via ransomware. A ransomware involves a hacker encrypting victims' data and demanding money for restoring access.

"If we end up in a war, a real shooting war, with a major power, it's going to be as a consequence of a cyber breach," Biden said.

Midterm elections are due in the US in the fall of 2022. In these elections all seats of House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate will be on the ballot.

Washington recently accused Beijing of carrying out the massive hack in March of Microsoft Exchange, and the White House has also repeatedly called on Russia to take action against ransomware attacks originating from within the country.

(With inputs from agencies)

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday accused Russia of seeking to disrupt 2022 elections by disseminating "misinformation". His statement came as he visited office of the director of national intelligence near Washington.

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday accused Russia of seeking to disrupt 2022 elections by disseminating "misinformation". His statement came as he visited office of the director of national intelligence near Washington. "Look at what Russia is doing already about the 2022 elections and misinformation," Biden said "It's a pure violation of our sovereignty." Biden also lashed out at Russian President Vladimir Putin. Putin has "a real problem, he is sitting on top of an economy that has nuclear weapons and nothing else," Biden said. "He knows he is in real trouble, which makes him even more dangerous in my view." Biden expressed concern about the recent increase in cyberattacks, particularly via ransomware. A ransomware involves a hacker encrypting victims' data and demanding money for restoring access. "If we end up in a war, a real shooting war, with a major power, it's going to be as a consequence of a cyber breach," Biden said. Midterm elections are due in the US in the fall of 2022. In these elections all seats of House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate will be on the ballot. Washington recently accused Beijing of carrying out the massive hack in March of Microsoft Exchange, and the White House has also repeatedly called on Russia to take action against ransomware attacks originating from within the country. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden alleges Russia trying to disrupt 2022 elections

Donald Trump completed a whirlwind final push to stop Democrats from breaking his Republicans' stranglehold on the US Congress in bitter midterm elections Tuesday.

Hitting three states in one day, with a final late rally in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Trump hammered home his boast that "the Republican agenda is the American dream."

However, after an election campaign marred by extremist violence, opponents called the polls a chance to curtail a president they accuse of deliberately stirring racism and social division in the search for votes.

For almost two years, Trump's rule-breaking, sometimes chaotic administration has enjoyed a free hand from the twin Republican controlled chambers, but the midterms could see him forced to face an opposition with real teeth.

The entire House of Representatives and a third of the Senate are up for grabs.

According to nearly all pollsters, the Democrats have a good chance of winning the House, while the Republicans are likely to retain the Senate.

But with turnout a key unknown factor and pollsters still unsure about the effect of Trump's maverick style on voters, both parties admit that they may be in for a surprise.

While Trump is not on the ballot, the most polarizing US president for decades has put himself at the center of every issue.

With a characteristic mix of folksiness, bombast and sometimes cruel humor, he says voters must choose between his stewardship of a booming economy and what he claims would be the Democrats' extreme-left policies.

In a Fox News op-ed on Monday he wrote that the US "has the best economy in the history of our country -- and hope has finally returned to cities and towns across America."

At every rally, Trump has vowed to his chanting supporters they will "win, win, win."

But as he touched down in Indiana for the second leg of his final-day tour, even Trump conceded that the House may slip from his party's grasp.

"We'll just have to work a little bit differently," he told reporters when asked how he'd live with a Democrat-controlled chamber.

Racism claims&nbsp;

The party of a first-term president tends to lose congressional seats in his first midterm. However, a healthy economy favors the incumbent, so Trump may yet defy the historical pattern.

New figures on the eve of the polls confirmed that job growth is soaring and Trump gives himself credit for the "hottest economy on Earth."

But to the dismay of some Republicans he has often pivoted away from that message in the final week of campaigning to emphasize a hardline -- and critics say racist -- crackdown against illegal immigrants.

Claiming that the country literally faces an "invasion" of migrants, Trump has sent thousands of soldiers to the Mexican border, suggested that illegal immigrants who throw stones should be shot, and made wild claims about the Democrats planning turn the country into a crime-and-drugs black hole.

Stirring fear of foreigners and trumpeting American nationalism worked for Trump in his 2016 election victory against the Democrats' establishment candidate Hillary Clinton.

But the angry tone has also turned off swaths of Americans.

Bernie Sanders, the leftist populist who some feel would have had a better chance than Clinton to take on Trump in 2016, lashed out Monday at the president, calling him a "pathological liar."

"He is a sexist, a racist, a homophobe, a xenophobe and a religious bigot. He is trying to do what we have never seen in the modern history of this country to do what he is doing right now, to gain votes by trying to divide the American people up based on where we came from," Sanders said on SiriusXM Progress radio.

Former president Barack Obama said while campaigning for Democrats: "The character of our country's on the ballot."

Violence and jitters&nbsp;

Pollsters, still gun-shy after underestimating Trump's strength ahead of 2016, say that margins are so tight in key races that they cannot rule out another shock result.

Races to watch include Democrat Beto O'Rourke's challenge to Senator Ted Cruz in traditionally deep-Republican Texas.

On Monday, O'Rourke depicted the contest as an epic event, saying that Texans "will define the future, not just of Texas, but of this country, not just this generation but every generation that follows."

Other big races are Republican Pete Stauber's bid to flip a House Democratic stronghold in Minnesota, while Democrats in Florida and Georgia are aiming to become the states' first African-American governors.

Trump's ultra-loyal base laps up his colorful style, which includes at times jaw-dropping insults against opponents and factually erroneous claims.

However, even some supporters became jittery after a Florida man and ardent Trump supporter was charged with sending homemade bombs to more than a dozen senior Democrats and other high profile opponents.

Just after, a gunman walked into a Pittsburgh synagogue and shot 11 worshippers dead.&nbsp;

He had allegedly lashed out online against Jews he accused of transporting Central American "invaders" into the United States -- in language that echoed Trump's own attacks on the impoverished migrants as "an invasion."

Donald Trump completed a whirlwind final push to stop Democrats from breaking his Republicans' stranglehold on the US Congress in bitter midterm elections Tuesday.

Donald Trump completed a whirlwind final push to stop Democrats from breaking his Republicans' stranglehold on the US Congress in bitter midterm elections Tuesday. Hitting three states in one day, with a final late rally in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Trump hammered home his boast that "the Republican agenda is the American dream." However, after an election campaign marred by extremist violence, opponents called the polls a chance to curtail a president they accuse of deliberately stirring racism and social division in the search for votes. For almost two years, Trump's rule-breaking, sometimes chaotic administration has enjoyed a free hand from the twin Republican controlled chambers, but the midterms could see him forced to face an opposition with real teeth. The entire House of Representatives and a third of the Senate are up for grabs. According to nearly all pollsters, the Democrats have a good chance of winning the House, while the Republicans are likely to retain the Senate. But with turnout a key unknown factor and pollsters still unsure about the effect of Trump's maverick style on voters, both parties admit that they may be in for a surprise. While Trump is not on the ballot, the most polarizing US president for decades has put himself at the center of every issue. With a characteristic mix of folksiness, bombast and sometimes cruel humor, he says voters must choose between his stewardship of a booming economy and what he claims would be the Democrats' extreme-left policies. In a Fox News op-ed on Monday he wrote that the US "has the best economy in the history of our country -- and hope has finally returned to cities and towns across America." At every rally, Trump has vowed to his chanting supporters they will "win, win, win." But as he touched down in Indiana for the second leg of his final-day tour, even Trump conceded that the House may slip from his party's grasp. "We'll just have to work a little bit differently," he told reporters when asked how he'd live with a Democrat-controlled chamber. Racism claims The party of a first-term president tends to lose congressional seats in his first midterm. However, a healthy economy favors the incumbent, so Trump may yet defy the historical pattern. New figures on the eve of the polls confirmed that job growth is soaring and Trump gives himself credit for the "hottest economy on Earth." But to the dismay of some Republicans he has often pivoted away from that message in the final week of campaigning to emphasize a hardline -- and critics say racist -- crackdown against illegal immigrants. Claiming that the country literally faces an "invasion" of migrants, Trump has sent thousands of soldiers to the Mexican border, suggested that illegal immigrants who throw stones should be shot, and made wild claims about the Democrats planning turn the country into a crime-and-drugs black hole. Stirring fear of foreigners and trumpeting American nationalism worked for Trump in his 2016 election victory against the Democrats' establishment candidate Hillary Clinton. But the angry tone has also turned off swaths of Americans. Bernie Sanders, the leftist populist who some feel would have had a better chance than Clinton to take on Trump in 2016, lashed out Monday at the president, calling him a "pathological liar." "He is a sexist, a racist, a homophobe, a xenophobe and a religious bigot. He is trying to do what we have never seen in the modern history of this country to do what he is doing right now, to gain votes by trying to divide the American people up based on where we came from," Sanders said on SiriusXM Progress radio. Former president Barack Obama said while campaigning for Democrats: "The character of our country's on the ballot." Violence and jitters Pollsters, still gun-shy after underestimating Trump's strength ahead of 2016, say that margins are so tight in key races that they cannot rule out another shock result. Races to watch include Democrat Beto O'Rourke's challenge to Senator Ted Cruz in traditionally deep-Republican Texas. On Monday, O'Rourke depicted the contest as an epic event, saying that Texans "will define the future, not just of Texas, but of this country, not just this generation but every generation that follows." Other big races are Republican Pete Stauber's bid to flip a House Democratic stronghold in Minnesota, while Democrats in Florida and Georgia are aiming to become the states' first African-American governors. Trump's ultra-loyal base laps up his colorful style, which includes at times jaw-dropping insults against opponents and factually erroneous claims. However, even some supporters became jittery after a Florida man and ardent Trump supporter was charged with sending homemade bombs to more than a dozen senior Democrats and other high profile opponents. Just after, a gunman walked into a Pittsburgh synagogue and shot 11 worshippers dead. He had allegedly lashed out online against Jews he accused of transporting Central American "invaders" into the United States -- in language that echoed Trump's own attacks on the impoverished migrants as "an invasion."

Trump says American dream at stake in US midterms after polarising campaign

Immigration, health care, jobs. The extraordinary US midterm election has been a tug of war over key issues, but none has had a more dramatic impact on voters than Donald Trump, the man who isn't even on the ballot.

The Republican president is the omnipresent figure as Americans render their verdict Tuesday on the past 21 months of Trumpism.

Democrats hope voter dissatisfaction with the contentious commander in chief will lead to a blue wave that flips control of the US House out of Republican hands.

Trump's minions are counting on enthusiasm about core issues to trigger strong conservative voter turnout that preserves their majorities in Congress.

Here are the key factors in the battle for political control in Washington and across the country.

Trump, Trump, Trump&nbsp;

He says it himself: Even though Trump is not on the ballot, he is at the heart of the 2018 vote.

The election near the halfway mark of a president's first term is traditionally a referendum on the White House occupant.&nbsp;

But the billionaire businessman's explosive and iconoclastic personality has taken the trend to a new level.

"A vote for Marsha is really a vote for me and everything that we stand for," he said at an October event for Tennessee's Republican Senate nominee Marsha Blackburn.

Trump's scorched earth campaign stops have whipped up conservative fears about a migrant caravan "invasion," waves of crime and a slide towards socialism should Democrats take congressional control.

Many Democrats are counting on anti-Trump fervor to drive their base to the polls,&nbsp;but some advocate ignoring the politics of personal destruction and zeroing in on policy debates.

Trump is "deploying demagoguery to distract and divide us," and wielding "fear" to shift focus away from issues that Americans truly care about, warned Senate Democrat Patrick Leahy.

Violence&nbsp;

The campaign's final weeks were marred by the worst anti-Semitic attack in modern US history, which left 11 dead in a Pittsburgh synagogue.

Days earlier, a frantic manhunt led to the arrest of a fanatical Trump supporter on charges of mailing pipe bombs to prominent Trump opponents, including former president Barack Obama.

This spasm of violence fueled a debate about the president's caustic rhetoric, and whether it has played a role in deepening American divisions.&nbsp;

Trump condemned the anti-Semitic attack but was more ambiguous about the homemade bomb threat. He quickly hit the road, and in typical Trump fashion attacked his opponents.

Women&nbsp;

Following the outbreak of the #MeToo movement denouncing sexual assault, and the massive women's protests against Trump, women voters and candidates will play critical roles in the first major election since Trump took power.&nbsp;

And they appear particularly motivated to vote.&nbsp;

Female college graduates in well-off suburbs are in the spotlight because many are voicing disgust with Trump's aggressive rhetoric, and their votes could decide tight races in Democrats' favor.

Also a record number of women -- 200 Democrats and 60 Republicans -- are candidates for Congress, where they currently hold only about 20 percent of the seats.

Immigration&nbsp;

Sending thousands of troops to the US-Mexico border to counter a migrant "invasion," questioning the validity of birthright citizenship, and spreading stories of scandalous murders by undocumented immigrants: Trump and his Republicans&nbsp;are making immigration a closing argument of the campaign.

It may be a logical move. Immigration is a top concern among Republican voters, and driving those issue-focused Trump supporters to the polls is key.

Adding to the fear-mongering are Republican-led conspiracy theories about Jewish billionaire philanthropist George Soros helping finance the caravan of Central American migrants.

Health care&nbsp;

For months, Democrats have drilled their central message into the minds of voters: if Republicans strengthen their grip on Congress, they will destroy your health care, including coverage protections for people with pre-existing medical conditions.

It is an arresting theme in a country that does not have a universal health coverage system. The reforms signed into law by Democratic president Barack Obama have helped millions of Americans gain insurance.&nbsp;

Despite their big 2016 campaign pledge, Trump and Republicans have so far failed to outright repeal Obamacare, although they have unravelled it little by little.&nbsp;

Recognizing that the concern about pre-existing conditions has galvanized voters regardless of party, Republicans have seized on it in the campaign's closing month, insisting that their plans would enshrine such protections.&nbsp;

"It's a lie," Obama declared on Friday.

The economy&nbsp;

Between Trump's "trade war," his renegotiation of international treaties, robust US growth and full employment, the economy is at the heart of this election.&nbsp;

In mining territory and industrial zones, Trump's protectionist policies are welcome. But farmers themselves have suffered from retaliatory measures imposed by America's trading partners.&nbsp;

Even with the US economy largely humming along, and Republican candidates desperate for Trump to highlight the gains, the president himself often prefers to rile up a crowd over immigration.

"Sometimes it's not as exciting to talk about the economy, right?" he told voters Friday in West Virginia.

Immigration, health care, jobs. The extraordinary US midterm election has been a tug of war over key issues, but none has had a more dramatic impact on voters than Donald Trump, the man who isn't even on the ballot.

Immigration, health care, jobs. The extraordinary US midterm election has been a tug of war over key issues, but none has had a more dramatic impact on voters than Donald Trump, the man who isn't even on the ballot. The Republican president is the omnipresent figure as Americans render their verdict Tuesday on the past 21 months of Trumpism. Democrats hope voter dissatisfaction with the contentious commander in chief will lead to a blue wave that flips control of the US House out of Republican hands. Trump's minions are counting on enthusiasm about core issues to trigger strong conservative voter turnout that preserves their majorities in Congress. Here are the key factors in the battle for political control in Washington and across the country. Trump, Trump, Trump He says it himself: Even though Trump is not on the ballot, he is at the heart of the 2018 vote. The election near the halfway mark of a president's first term is traditionally a referendum on the White House occupant. But the billionaire businessman's explosive and iconoclastic personality has taken the trend to a new level. "A vote for Marsha is really a vote for me and everything that we stand for," he said at an October event for Tennessee's Republican Senate nominee Marsha Blackburn. Trump's scorched earth campaign stops have whipped up conservative fears about a migrant caravan "invasion," waves of crime and a slide towards socialism should Democrats take congressional control. Many Democrats are counting on anti-Trump fervor to drive their base to the polls, but some advocate ignoring the politics of personal destruction and zeroing in on policy debates. Trump is "deploying demagoguery to distract and divide us," and wielding "fear" to shift focus away from issues that Americans truly care about, warned Senate Democrat Patrick Leahy. Violence The campaign's final weeks were marred by the worst anti-Semitic attack in modern US history, which left 11 dead in a Pittsburgh synagogue. Days earlier, a frantic manhunt led to the arrest of a fanatical Trump supporter on charges of mailing pipe bombs to prominent Trump opponents, including former president Barack Obama. This spasm of violence fueled a debate about the president's caustic rhetoric, and whether it has played a role in deepening American divisions. Trump condemned the anti-Semitic attack but was more ambiguous about the homemade bomb threat. He quickly hit the road, and in typical Trump fashion attacked his opponents. Women Following the outbreak of the #MeToo movement denouncing sexual assault, and the massive women's protests against Trump, women voters and candidates will play critical roles in the first major election since Trump took power. And they appear particularly motivated to vote. Female college graduates in well-off suburbs are in the spotlight because many are voicing disgust with Trump's aggressive rhetoric, and their votes could decide tight races in Democrats' favor. Also a record number of women -- 200 Democrats and 60 Republicans -- are candidates for Congress, where they currently hold only about 20 percent of the seats. Immigration Sending thousands of troops to the US-Mexico border to counter a migrant "invasion," questioning the validity of birthright citizenship, and spreading stories of scandalous murders by undocumented immigrants: Trump and his Republicans are making immigration a closing argument of the campaign. It may be a logical move. Immigration is a top concern among Republican voters, and driving those issue-focused Trump supporters to the polls is key. Adding to the fear-mongering are Republican-led conspiracy theories about Jewish billionaire philanthropist George Soros helping finance the caravan of Central American migrants. Health care For months, Democrats have drilled their central message into the minds of voters: if Republicans strengthen their grip on Congress, they will destroy your health care, including coverage protections for people with pre-existing medical conditions. It is an arresting theme in a country that does not have a universal health coverage system. The reforms signed into law by Democratic president Barack Obama have helped millions of Americans gain insurance. Despite their big 2016 campaign pledge, Trump and Republicans have so far failed to outright repeal Obamacare, although they have unravelled it little by little. Recognizing that the concern about pre-existing conditions has galvanized voters regardless of party, Republicans have seized on it in the campaign's closing month, insisting that their plans would enshrine such protections. "It's a lie," Obama declared on Friday. The economy Between Trump's "trade war," his renegotiation of international treaties, robust US growth and full employment, the economy is at the heart of this election. In mining territory and industrial zones, Trump's protectionist policies are welcome. But farmers themselves have suffered from retaliatory measures imposed by America's trading partners. Even with the US economy largely humming along, and Republican candidates desperate for Trump to highlight the gains, the president himself often prefers to rile up a crowd over immigration. "Sometimes it's not as exciting to talk about the economy, right?" he told voters Friday in West Virginia.

Key factors in 2018 US midterm elections