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How The Midterm Elections Could Reshape The U.S. Economy
Elections next week could shift the balance of power in Congress.
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Key Takeaways
The midterm elections Tuesday could determine the fate of important government policies, affecting the trajectory of the economy.
If Democrats take control of one or both legislative houses, they could pressure President Donald Trump to change course on tariffs, the Iran War, data centers, and other policies.
Despite the potential for change, a divided government could end up gridlocked and largely carry on with business as usual.
Next week’s midterm elections could change the…
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