From Hindustan Times
Center Owned by HT MediaUS midterms 2026: Prediction markets and polls differ over Democrats' chances
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In the 2026 US midterm elections, Democrats secured majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, giving them control of Congress. All 435 House seats, 37 of the 100 Senate seats, and gubernatorial races in 36 states were contested. The outcomes were described as a major blow to President Trump, with the Iran war and economic challenges also said to have affected his standing. The results marked a shift away from the Republican agenda.
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center · 2 outlets
Democrats have secured major victories in several gubernatorial contests across the United States, with Kathy Hochul retaining the New York governorship, Phil Weiser winning in Colorado and Ned Lamont securing another term in Connecticut, as the 2026 US midterm election results continue to emerge.
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The elections were a nationwide verdict on Trump's turbulent second term, with discontent over living costs, tariffs and the US war against Iran.
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Prediction markets give Democrats a 94% chance of winning the US House and 77.3% chance of taking the Senate in the 2026 midterms.
