Americans head to polls in US midterm elections - NHKニュース

Millions of Americans are set to vote on Tuesday in the US midterm elections that have been described as a verdict on the administration of President Donald Trump.

Trump delivered a final pitch in Washington on Monday, making the case that the US economy is firm thanks to his policies and foreign investment. He said they will keep America strong and that this is America's golden age.Meanwhile, former President Barack Obama posted on social media, saying: "All across the country, I've heard from folks who are sick and tired of what they're seeing from politicians right now. This Election Day, we have the power to vote for the candidates who will bring about the change we need."The midterm elections take place halfway through a president's four-year term. This time, 35 of the 100 seats in the Senate and all 435 seats in the House of Representatives are up for grabs. Attention is on whether the Republicans will keep control of both chambers, or whether the Democrats will secure enough votes to be able to sway policies.Analysts and media outlets say the Democrats are favored to win a majority in the House, while the race in the Senate will be close.