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What makes these midterms so pivotal?

The 2026 midterms could reshape Washington as voters weigh Trump, party divisions and the issues driving the election.

Al Jazeera

Al Jazeera’s Josh Rushing talks with United States journalists Krystal Ball and Jude Russo about why the 2026 congressional midterms matter and what’s driving the political conversation.

They look at the big issues shaping voters’s views, from the economy and foreign policy to immigration, AI and the changing media landscape.

Along the way, they explore the growing divides within both major parties and what voters are looking for from Washington.