Early voting begins in midterms as campaign shifts focus to cost of living and Iran war – US politics live

Early in-person voting for the US midterm elections has commenced in Virginia, while Minnesota, Idaho, and South Dakota allow in-person absentee ballots. This marks the start of a critical six-week campaign period to determine control of Congress. Current political focus has shifted toward the cost of living and the war in Iran. Additionally, the Trump administration approved a potential $24.3b sale of 48 advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, as confirmed by the Department of State.