US Midterm Elections to Determine Control of Congress on November 3

Kathmandu. The midterm elections, which will determine the control of Parliament during the remaining term of US President Donald Trump, are scheduled to be held on November 3. Rising living costs, war with Iran, and Trump's declining popularity have given Democrats an opportunity to challenge Republicans even in strongholds. However, redistricting and increased election spending have made the outcome uncertain.

Republicans have 53 members in the Senate and Democrats have 47. To gain control of the upper house, Democrats must achieve a net gain of four seats. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives are up for election. Democrats need to win at least 218 seats for a majority.