Eligible U.S. voters turned out in droves on Tuesday in key midterm elections that could have a positive or negative impact on the final two years of Joe Biden’s presidency.
Political analysts believe that voters will determine the fate of majorities in the U.S. House and Senate, as well as numerous governorships and other key positions.
Amid soaring inflation and economic headwinds, voters could punish Democrats who currently control the White House and Congress, a CNN analyst said.
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“The ruling party has traditionally suffered in the midterms,” he said in a critical analysis of the way the votes were cast.
“If Democrats lose their majority in Congress, Republicans could block most of Biden’s policies before the next presidential election in November 2024.
“The polls also suggest that the House of Representatives is likely to vote Republican, while the Senate is expected to be in a close race,” he added.
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