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Politics · United StatesEx-diplomat sees chance for Canada to rebuild US energy ties
Catherine Loubier, a former Quebec delegate general in New York, stated that the US midterm election results present an opportunity for Canada to rebuild energy ties with Americans. She does not anticipate the disappearance of Trump's tariffs.
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Politics · United StatesOntario Premier Doug Ford celebrates US midterm election results
Ontario Premier Doug Ford stated he was 'doing cartwheels' following the U.S. midterm elections, which saw Democrats gain control of both the House and Senate. He expressed hope for better trade relations with the United States.
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Business & EconomyUS Midterms Boost European Stocks, Dollar Weakens
European stock markets saw significant gains following the US midterm elections, with banking and clean energy sectors leading the advance. The dollar weakened against major currencies as Democrats secured control of both chambers of Congress.
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Politics · Middle EastIsraeli opposition says Netanyahu must go after US election results
Israeli opposition figures have stated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can no longer remain in power following the US midterm elections. They argue his leadership has damaged relations with the US and risks international isolation.
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Politics · United StatesElon Musk jokes about election funding after Republican losses
Elon Musk posted on X that his 'election-interfering space lasers didn't work this time' following significant Democratic victories in the US midterm elections. He also suggested data centers in space are an attractive option. Musk had funded Republican candidates with hundreds of millions of dollars.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says GOP would win landslide if he was on ballot
Donald Trump stated that Republicans would have won the midterm elections in a landslide if he had been on the ballot. A White House official echoed this sentiment, attributing the results to candidate quality and Trump's absence from voting.
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Politics · United StatesUS Midterms: Polls Open Amid 'Blue Wave' Threat to Trump
Polls have opened across the United States for midterm elections, with a potential 'Blue Wave' threatening Republican control of Congress. President Trump made a final campaign address as his approval ratings hover near a record low.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky says Russia planning energy attacks during US midterms
Volodymyr Zelensky warned on November 2, 2026, that Russia is preparing a massive attack on Ukraine's energy and logistics infrastructure. He believes Moscow intends to exploit the distraction of the US midterm elections to carry out the strikes.
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Politics · United StatesUS midterm elections unlikely to stabilize Canada-US relations
Democrats hope midterm elections will curb President Trump's power, but Canadians may be disappointed as bilateral tensions are likely to remain. Experts point to persistent protectionist policies and potential presidential unpredictability as reasons for continued strain.
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Politics · United StatesUS expats in Canada urged to vote in midterms
American expatriates in Canada are being encouraged to vote in the upcoming midterm elections. While Democrats are openly discussing their political choices, some Republicans are hesitant to speak out for fear of negative reactions from neighbours.
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Politics · UkraineZelensky says US pressure aims to make Ukraine surrender
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated in an interview with Bloomberg that steps have been taken to persuade Ukraine to surrender to Russia. He believes relations with the US may calm after the upcoming elections and indicated potential meetings with Trump envoys.
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Politics · European UnionBelgium Ministry: US No Longer Reliable Ally Under Trump
An internal Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs document has warned that the United States under President Donald Trump is no longer a reliable ally. The paper calls for a re-evaluation of EU-US relations and suggests strengthening ties with opponents of the current US administration.
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Politics · United StatesOSCE monitors not invited to US elections for first time since 2002
The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) announced it has not been invited to observe the US midterm elections in November. This marks the first time since 2002 that the body has not been invited to monitor federal elections in the United States.
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Politics · United StatesUS Midterm Early Voting Begins Amid Election Integrity Concerns
Early in-person voting for the U.S. midterm elections began on September 18, 2026, in Virginia and other states. The elections will determine control of the House and Senate, with key issues including the cost of living and the war in Iran.
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Politics · United StatesUS states prepare for federal election interference as Trump questions integrity
State Democratic officials are preparing legal and administrative measures to counter potential federal interference in the November midterms, citing President Trump’s push to nationalise election administration. Republican officials say they will uphold voting laws, but concerns persist over local election deniers in key counties.
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Somos Votantes spends $6m to regain Latino voters in Texas for Democrats
Somos Votantes, a left-leaning group, is investing $6 million to organise Latino voters in Texas, aiming to reverse a trend of declining Democratic support. The campaign includes voter education and a targeted advertising push in South Texas.
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