Midterm elections are held halfway through a president's term in the United States. They determine the composition of Congress. Voters elect representatives and senators. These elections can shift political power. They often reflect public sentiment about the sitting president. Midterm elections influence future policies and governance. They are pivotal moments in American democracy. Voter turnout can vary significantly between midterms and presidential elections.
In a recent campaign-style speech, Donald Trump pointed to soaring stock prices and rising 401(k) values as proof of economic strength. He is not wrong on the surface:...