US Midterm Elections: Trump Faces Growing Backlash As Republicans Fight To Retain Congress

US Midterm Elections: Trump Faces Growing Backlash As Republicans Fight To Retain Congress

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Business Today
  • Updated Nov 3, 2026 3:28 PM IST

The US midterm elections could prove to be a major test for Donald Trump, with all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats up for grabs. With Trump's approval rating slipping to 32%, rising inflation, affordability concerns and the ongoing Iran war are adding to the challenges facing Republicans. More than 43 million Americans have already voted early, but the numbers alone do not predict the final outcome. If Democrats gain control of either chamber of Congress, Trump's legislative agenda could face major roadblocks. Rohit Sharma reports from Washington DC.

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