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US midterm elections 2022
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McCarthy loses third round vote for US House speaker
Republican Kevin McCarthy failed to get enough votes in a third round of voting to secure the speakership.
How autonomous is the European Union?
EU member states want to act more independently, an idea supported by the US. But that's easier said than done.
Opinion: Zelenskyy and Biden stand united against Russia
Bernd Johann
Zelenskyy's visit to Washington sends important political signals to Moscow and other states, says DW's Bernd Johann.
Midterm election: Democrats win Georgia US Senate runoff
Democrats are set to expand their thin Senate majority by holding the Georgia seat.
Nancy Pelosi to step down as leader of House Democrats
The veteran politician's announcement comes in the wake of Democrats losing control of the House to Republicans.
Midterm election: Republicans win US House majority
The result means a split of US Congress, as the Democrats maintain control of the Senate.
Donald Trump announces bid to run for US president in 2024
From the moment he left office almost two years ago, speculation was rife that he intended to return.
Midterm election: Democrat wins key Arizona governor's race
Democratic candidate Katie Hobbs has defeated Trump-backed Republican Kari Lake to become the state's next governor.
Midterm election: US Democrats hold Senate after Nevada win
Democratic candidate Catherine Cortez Masto has defeated Republican Adam Laxalt in Nevada's Senate race.
US midterms: Gen Z makes sure its voice is heard
The US midterms saw a surge in young people voting. This may have helped Democrats fend off a "red wave."
Opinion: US vote a wake-up call for trans-Atlantic ties
Thorsten Benner
When it comes to US democratic dysfunction Europeans should follow the motto: Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.
Midterm election: US Democrats win Arizona Senate seat
The former astronaut defeated Trump-backed candidate Blake Masters to win a second term in office.
Midterm elections: US likely heads to divided government
The US Midterm elections will likely lead to divided government. That has implications for US global leadership.
Midterm election: Key Senate races too close to call
Whether Democrats or Republicans will control the US Senate comes down to three states.
Biden hails midterm election as 'good day for democracy'
The US president says democracy was the winner after a better-than-expected midterm showing for his Democratic Party.
Midterm election: Senate control hinges on 3 states
The fight for a majority in the Senate has come down to three key races, with Georgia heading to a runoff.
Midterm election: How did 2020 US election deniers perform?
Over 140 Republicans who backed Trump won seats in the House and Senate as well as gaining secretary of state roles.
Midterm election: Control of US Congress still up for grabs
Voters were asked to pick candidates for the House of Representatives, as well as for the Senate.
Midterm election: Key races too close to call in US
Ballots are being tallied in the US and the results could have a dramatic effect on the nation's political landscape.
US midterms: From gerrymandering to voter intimidation
The US is more polarized than ever, with partisan politics affecting the vote in a number of ways.
US midterms: 5 key races to watch
There are a plethora of results on midterm election night. Here are the ones to keep an eye on.
US midterms: Biden, Trump take center stage on eve of vote
President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump are holding rallies in Maryland and Ohio.
Opinion: Midterm vote is decisive moment for US democracy
Michaela Küfner
Donald Trump is back and all over the US midterm ballot — and there's nothing even his own party can do about it.
Young voters in US motivated by policies
As US midterms approach, young voters seek political representation beyond bipartisan lines.
US midterm election: What you need to know
DW has a guide on how the 2022 US midterm elections work and what's at stake.
Biden, Obama, Trump rally in Pennsylvania
President Joe Biden told voters in Philadelphia this is a "defining" election for democracy.
The battle for the Black vote in Wisconsin
Democrats and Republicans are trying to win over African Americans as turnout among Black voters sags in Wisconsin.
US midterms also a vote on support for Ukraine
Republicans have said they will reduce support Ukraine if they win the midterm elections.
Trump says he will 'very, very, very probably' run again
The former US president stopped short of a formal announcement but he is strongly hinting at a run.
Opinion: How to be a politically correct pop star
Kate Ferguson
As the US midterms approach, pop stars have been in a unique position to focus attention on nonpartisan causes.
Biden urges voters to 'preserve democracy' ahead of midterms
The US president has warned of increased political violence as certain Republicans make unfounded voter fraud claims.
Abortion ban may have eroded support, Ohio Republicans fear
Having briefly experienced what new abortion laws could mean may have left a lasting impression on voters.
Minority voters and the US midterms in Nevada
What role will minority voters play in the US midterm elections and — and what role will unions play?
Latino vote in US midterms could be crucial
Almost 35 million Latinos are eligible to cast a ballot, making them the fastest-growing voting bloc in the country.
US midterms could endanger global democracy
Donald Trump's MAGA Republicans are trying to get election deniers into office in time for the 2024 presidential vote.
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