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US midterms: The battle that could derail Trump's presidency

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Donald Trump isn't on the ballot in the US midterm elections, but the stakes for his presidency are enormous. We look at the battlegrounds that could decide control of Congress and what the result could mean for his final two years in office. Americans are preparing to vote in crucial midterm elections that could reshape the remainder of Donald Trump's presidency. With Republicans fighting to retain control of Congress, Democrats are hoping to capitalise on voter frustration over the cost of living and Trump's policies. But with tight races in key battleground states, could the president himself prove to be his party's biggest liability? In this episode Why Donald Trump could be a liability for RepublicansThe key battleground states that could decide control of CongressHow the cost of living is influencing votersWhat a Democratic victory could mean for Trump's presidencyWhy the election outcome remains uncertainSBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world. Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

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