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2026-11-01 13:06:25
[Two Records Broken in the Final Sprint of the US Midterm Election] On October 31st, local time, with only three days left until the US midterm elections, the competition between the two parties for control of Congress entered its final sprint. According to the latest data released that day, two noteworthy new records have been set in this election: early voting nationwide has exceeded 51 million, breaking the record for any previous midterm election; and total federal election spending is projected to reach $11.9 billion, also a new high for midterm elections. Meanwhile, legal disputes surrounding voter eligibility, candidate participation, and results verification continue to escalate, with several cases seeing new developments on the eve of the vote. Record-breaking voter participation, massive campaign spending, and a surge in legal disputes not only reflect the fierce competition in this election but also highlight the changes taking place in American society and politics. (CCTV News)
