Could the polls be wrong? Why some analysts are urging caution
The Democrats are odds-on favourites to win control of both chambers of US Congress, but painful defeats to Trump in the past mean nothing is being taken for granted.
Covered by 2 sources from Australia. First reported by The Sydney Morning Herald ·
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Could the polls be wrong? Why some analysts are urging caution
The Democrats are odds-on favourites to win control of both chambers of US Congress, but painful defeats to Trump in the past mean nothing is being taken for granted.
Polls show Trump's party could lose control of Congress but they may be wrong
Polls say the Democratic Party could be about to seize control of the US Congress when this week's midterm elections are held. Experts warn it may not be that simple.
Coverage details
2 outlets from Australia are covering this story: The Sydney Morning Herald and ABC News Australia. The Sydney Morning Herald published it first, on November 3, 2026; the last outlet to join was ABC News Australia, 2 hours later.
Key names in the coverage: Congress, Trump and Democratic Party.
