International · 3 sources combined
U.S. midterm election turnout 49%
Highest since 1914
In short
U.S. midterm election turnout was counted at 49%.
This is the second highest turnout since 1914.
Democrats won decisively in areas with high turnout.
Key facts
| When | The Washington Post reported preliminary results on November 7 (local time). |
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| Where | Maine, Minnesota, and Michigan all recorded turnout rates in the 60% range. |
| What | National turnout was 49%, the second highest since 1914. |
| Why | President Trump mobilized both his supporters and opponents to vote. |
What it means for me
U.S. election results can indirectly affect South Korea through exchange rates and security policies.
