Early Voting Process Begins for US Midterm Elections
As early voting begins in some states in the US midterm elections where control of Congress is of critical importance, campaigns are focusing on economic issues.
With less than two months until the midterm elections in the US, early voting has begun in some states. While campaigns are focusing particularly on issues such as the cost of living and the war in Iran, a critical period has entered for the control of Congress.
Early Voting Operations Have Begun
As the midterm elections that will determine the control of Congress approach, the early voting process has effectively begun in some states. While the early in-person voting process has been implemented in Virginia, voters in Minnesota, Idaho, and South Dakota have started casting their in-person absentee ballots.
Economic Problems and Cost of Living
High gasoline prices and low approval ratings are creating challenges for President Donald Trump and Republicans heading into the November 3 elections. It is noted that mortgage rates are approaching 7%, and consumer prices increased by 3.4% on an annual basis up to August.
The Iran War and Foreign Policy Developments
As the conflict in Iran enters its seventh month, it continues to disrupt regional shipping and put pressure on global energy prices. Trump is expected to present the military campaign as a victory in his speech at the UN on Tuesday.
F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia
The Trump administration has approved the potential sale of 48 advanced F-35 fighter jets, valued at an estimated $24.3 billion, to Saudi Arabia. This development stood out among the major foreign policy and defense topics.
Summits and Artificial Intelligence Regulations
Figures such as JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang are expected to attend a state dinner hosted by Donald Trump in honor of Chinese President Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, state governors are calling for artificial intelligence regulations.