Republicans Confident as Midterm Elections Near

One month before U.S. congressional midterm elections, Republicans believe control of both chambers of Congress is now within their reach. The outcome of a handful of key Senate races around the country will determine which party controls the Senate next year, and that in turn could have a significant impact on President Barack Obama’s final two years in office. Low public approval ratings for Obama, plus lingering voter concerns about the economy, are setting the stage for a strong...

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