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The giant Red Wave didn't happen: President Joe Biden on US mid-term polls

Biden said "Our Democracy has been tested in recent years, but with the votes of American people we have proved once again that it's Democracy who we are," he said.

US midterm: Republicans limp toward house control with Senate still in play

While Democrats have reason to rejoice, the fate of President Joe Biden's legislative agenda still hangs in the balance and the prospect of government gridlock looms

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World shares slip as markets await US midterm election results, price data

World shares were mostly lower on Wednesday as investors awaited the outcome of the US midterm elections and a major inflation update due on Thursday. Benchmarks fell in London, Paris, Frankfurt and Tokyo. Chinese shares declined after weak inflation data provided further evidence of weakening demand in the world's second-largest economy. US futures also declined. With votes still being counted across the country, Republicans still had the opportunity to win control of Congress. But Democrats showed surprising strength, defeating Republicans in some competitive races despite expectations that inflation and President Joe Biden's low approval ratings would drag the party down. The elections could determine how much is done in the next several years in Washington, and possibly beyond. If Republicans gain control of at least one house of Congress, standoffs with the Democratic White House could stymie progress on legislation. Stocks rallied recently on expectations Republicans might wi

US midterms: Even without a red wave, this could now be Weimar America

Having ridden to popularity on Trump's coattails, most will support The Donald in his expected rematch against President Joe Biden in two years.

Republican Greg Abbott wins 3rd term as Texas governor, beats O'Rourke

Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott decisively won a third term on Tuesday night, defeating Democrat Beto O'Rourke in a midterm race that tested the direction of America's supersized red state following the Uvalde school massacre and a strict new abortion ban. The victory underlined Abbott's durability. Despite record spending in the race that topped more than USD 200 million combined, O'Rourke was in danger of losing by double-digits just four years after his narrow US Senate loss that was the closest by a Texas Democrat in decades. Tonight, Texans sent a very resounding message," Abbott said during a victory speech in the southern border city of McAllen. In rapidly changing Texas a booming juggernaut of 29 million people that is becoming younger, less white and a magnet for major companies Abbott remained a bulwark for the GOP in the face of a high-profile and hard-charging challenger. Abbott capitalised on anxieties about crime and inflation against a charismatic rival who took

US midterms: Americans set to deliver verdict on Biden and Democrats

Biden's party is trying to buck history by holding onto their razor thin congressional majorities with the president's remaining legislative agenda hangs in the balance.

US midterm polls: Amid high scrutiny, people vote without major hitches

Americans voted without major hitches Tuesday in midterm elections receiving intense scrutiny after two years of false claims and conspiracy theories about how ballots are cast and counted. With polls open across the country, no widespread problems with ballots, long lines or voter intimidation were reported early on, though there were hiccups in some places, which is typical on any Election Day. Vote tabulators malfunctioned in a county in New Jersey and one in Arizona, prompting assurances from officials that ballots would be counted. Some voting sites in North Carolina were delayed in opening because workers showed up late, though officials may extend voting hours. And in one Pennsylvania county, polling places scrambled to replenish low supplies of paper ballots. These are things we see in every election cycle, said Susannah Goodman, director of election security at Common Cause, a group that advocates for voting access. There's nothing majorly concerning this morning. Since th

US midterm polls: Trump confirms he voted for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis

He further predicted a great night for the Republicans saying "I think we're going to have a very great night and it's exciting".

Will be tough to keep the House, says US President Joe Biden

Approval ticks lower for Biden as Democrats brace for midterm losses

Dollar catches footing in Asia trade ahead of US midterm elections

Some analysts say that outcome could be positive for bonds and negative for the dollar if it leads to less fiscal stimulus

Oil drops as China Covid cases spike, dollar gains ahead of midterms

Crude has slumped by about a quarter from its June highs as signs of a global slowdown, tighter monetary policy, and a strong US dollar weighed on prices

US: Midterm election day tests voters, voting systems amid election lies

Even before the outcomes are decided, the final day of voting in this year's midterm elections arrives Tuesday with an intense focus on voting itself after two years of false claims and conspiracy theories ignited by former President Donald Trump following his loss in the last presidential election. Trump and his allies succeeded in sowing wide distrust about the way votes are cast and counted by promoting false claims of widespread fraud. The effort has eroded public confidence in elections and democracy, led to restrictions on mail voting and new ID requirements in some GOP-led states and prompted death threats against election officials. Election Day this year is marked by concerns about further harassment and the potential for disruptions at polling places and at election offices where ballots will be tallied. Election officials say they are prepared to handle any issues that arise, urging voters not to be deterred. This bipartisan, transparent process administered by election

Former US president Donald Trump to make a 'big announcement' on Nov 15

Former President Donald Trump said Monday he will be making a big announcement next week in Florida as he teased a third presidential run while campaigning in Ohio ahead of the final day of voting in this year's midterm elections. I'm going to be making a very big announcement on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at Mar-a-Lago," Trump said before a cheering crowd in Vandalia, Ohio Monday night, where he was holding his final rally of the midterm season to bolster Senate candidate JD Vance. We want nothing to detract from the importance of tomorrow." Trump has been increasingly explicit about his plans to launch a third presidential campaign, saying in recent days that he would very, very, very probably run again and would be formalizing his intentions very, very soon." I will probably have to do it again but stay tuned, he said Sunday night in Miami. Stay tuned to tomorrow night in the great state of Ohio. Republican officials and some people in Trump's orbit had urged him to wait until after the .

Asian stocks rise on China reopening hopes, track Wall Street movement

Wall Street ended sharply higher Monday as investors focused on Tuesday's midterm elections that will determine control of Congress

US House Speaker Pelosi says attack on husband weighs on her future plans

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said on Monday the brutal attack on her husband will impact her decision on whether to remain in Congress after the midterm election, as she called on Republicans to stop the misinformation that is fuelling political violence and urged Americans to vote to defend our democracy. In a wide-ranging CNN interview, the Democratic leader did not disclose her future plans if the party loses the House majority, as many believe Pelosi and others will step down. Known for her stiff resolve, Pelosi's voice cracked with emotion and she acknowledged she was close to tears as she described the trauma of the attack on her 82-year-old husband and the sadness she felt for the country. I'm sad because of my husband, but I'm also sad for our country, Pelosi said. I just want people to vote and we will respect the outcome of the election, and I would hope that the other side would do that as well, she said. Pelosi was speaking for the first time publicly on the eve of ..

Elon Musk tells Twitter followers to vote for Republicans in US midterms

His tweets were slammed by many of his followers

Ahead of crucial midterms, Joe Biden and Trump to make final appeals

An election year that unfolded against the backdrop of economic turmoil, the elimination of federal abortion rights and broad concerns about the future of democracy is concluding with a final full day of campaigning in which leaders of both parties will issue urgent appeals to their supporters. President Joe Biden is holding a Monday evening rally in Maryland, where Democrats have one of their best opportunities to reclaim a Republican-held governor's seat. The appearance is in line with Biden's late-campaign strategy of sticking largely to Democratic strongholds rather than stumping in more competitive territory, where control of Congress may ultimately be decided. His predecessor, former President Donald Trump, will hold his final rally of the campaign in Ohio. As he readies another run for the White House, Ohio holds special meaning for the former president because it was one of the first places where he was able to prove his enduring power among Republican voters. His backing of

GOP predicts midterm wins; President Biden warns of democracy threats

Republicans are eyeing major gains in Tuesday's elections and appealing to supporters over the final weekend of the 2022 campaign to punish Democrats for high inflation and crime rates that have risen in some places. President Joe Biden and his two most recent Democratic predecessors said the prospect of GOP victories could undermine the very future of American democracy. More than 39 million people have already voted in an election that will decide control of Congress and key governorships. Biden was set to campaign in suburban New York on Sunday after former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton made closing cases to voters on Saturday. Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, head of the Democrats' House campaign arm, is in a tough contest for his seat north of New York City. But he insisted Sunday that Democrats are going to do better than people think on Tuesday, adding that his party is not perfect but we are responsible adults who believe in this democracy. I think this race is ...

Russia reactivates its trolls and bots ahead of the US midterms

Researchers have identified a series of Russian information operations to influence American elections and, perhaps, erode support for Ukraine