The midterms do not elect a president, but they can change the balance of power in Washington and define Donald Trump's agenda.
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Midterm elections in the US renew the legislative branch in the middle of the presidential term.
The United States does not elect a president in the midterm elections, but it can change the balance of power in Washington. In the video that accompanies these lines, we explain what 'midterms' are and how in these elections the entire House of Representatives and a third of the Senate are renewed.
Its outcome will mark Donald Trump's ability to push his agenda over the next two years. If Democrats take back one of the chambers, they will be able to block Republican legislative initiatives. If they also win the Senate, they will be able to stop the confirmation of the president's appointments, including judges and senior officials in addition to hundreds of state governorships, judicial positions and referendums in the country's 50 states.

President Salvador Illa has promised to identify those responsible for the serious riots and looting in Barcelona. The investigation, which includes European collaboration, analyzes a viral call on TikTok linked to the French 'Lycées Indignés' movement.

The PSOE deploys a strategy to 'humanize' Pedro Sánchez, combining government acts with appearances in informal formats and social networks. The objective is to counteract the negative image built by the opposition and reconnect with the electorate.

Alberto Núñez Feijóo blames Pedro Sánchez for the riots in Barcelona, alleging that the Government promotes hatred in the face of a possible electoral defeat. In addition, the leader of the PP presented a plan to build one million homes.

Serbia holds legislative elections with high participation. Aleksandar Vucic's ruling bloc competes against a student list that seeks to end its political hegemony after months of social protests and allegations of corruption.

After the riots and 128 arrests in Barcelona, Alberto Núñez Feijóo has accused Pedro Sánchez of promoting violence and social unrest. The leader of the PP promises an implacable response against the violent if he reaches the Government.

The mayor of Barcelona, Jaume Collboni, has condemned the riots that occurred on October 24 in the Plaza de Catalunya, describing them as undemocratic. The City Council will appear in court cases and will seek the responsibility of the parents of the minors.