What are Americans voting for in this election?

Headline from BBC News · First reported Nov 2 · Updated 3h ago · 3 sources, 4 articles

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The BBC's Maddie Gerber explains what's on the ballot in the 2026 midterm elections in the United States.

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Left · The IndependentThe bizarre hidden health benefits of voting in the midterm electionsRight · CBS NewsHere's what the U.S. is voting on today for the 2026 midterm elections

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The IndependentLeft-CenterMixed·3h ago

The bizarre hidden health benefits of voting in the midterm elections

A study has revealed a correlation between voting and longer life

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BBC NewsLeast BiasedMostly Factual·Nov 2

What are Americans voting for in this election?

The BBC's Maddie Gerber explains what's on the ballot in the 2026 midterm elections in the United States.

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CBS NewsRight-CenterMostly Factual·3h ago

"Your vote is your voice": A look at why voting matters

Why is it important to vote even if the president isn't on the ballot? House and Senate control, governor's mansions, ballot questions and more that will be determined by the 2026 midterm elections.

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