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U.S. midterm election voting begins
Democrats expected to lead House race
In short
U.S. midterm election voting began on November 3 local time.
All 435 House seats, 35 of 100 Senate seats, and 36 governorships are being decided.
Polls show Democrats leading in the House race, while the Senate race is close.
Key facts
| When | Voting starts November 3 at 9 a.m. local time; Alaska closes November 4 at 1 a.m. |
|---|---|
| Who | Midterm evaluation of President Trump's second term; contest between Republicans and Democrats |
| What | All 435 House seats, 35 of 100 Senate seats, and 36 governors being elected |
| How | House approval: Democrats 52.1%, Republicans 43.3%, Democrats expected to lead |
What it means for me
Changes in U.S. policy could influence Korea's tariff and security negotiations, so the results warrant close attention.
