What might Trump have planned for Iran following the midterm election?
As polls close on Election Day and results start rolling in, these are some of the House races that will help explain how the midterms are unfolding.
Key points
- So far, Department of Justice–led efforts to sow chaos, even as Americans are already voting, have fallen flat.
- While the US midterms could open a window for diplomacy with Iran, they could also unleash a new military escalation.
- DW spoke with analysts to identify eight factors that could tip the balance toward war or peace.
The results will be decisive for the future of the United States, and a judgment on Donald Trump's second term as president.
“Mirages,” midnight swings and long counts: The Needle can cut through the noise.
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