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Live updates: Voting underway in the US midterm elections

SBS News Australia •
November 03, 2026 • 07:00 PM
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A pivotal US midterm election is underway. Follow live as results come in and the battle for Congress takes shape.

Live updates: Voting underway in the US midterm elections

Millions across the United States are voting in what some have argued are the most consequential midterm elections in years.

Polling suggests immigration, trade and corruption are some of the key issues on the minds of Americans as they cast their ballots. Also among them is the deeply unpopular war on Iran , which has heaped pressure on their hip-pockets.

Donald Trump is not on the ballot. But this election, like those before it, is widely seen as a referendum on the current administration.

Trump's popularity has waned since he came to power following the 2024 presidential election, polling suggests. Democrats are tipped to win control of the House and have a shot at winning the Senate, though they remain nervous .

SBS News will be live blogging the midterms from around 8am AEDT, bringing you updates, reaction and analysis as votes are counted, key races unfold and control of Congress takes shape.

In the meantime, you can catch up on some of our recent coverage:

We look forward to having you with us.

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