Millions of voters will participate in midterm elections on 3 November to determine control of the Republican-held House of Representatives and Senate, as well as numerous state governorships. The elections occur amid widespread public concern over multiple policy areas, including economic costs, immigration, climate change, artificial intelligence, technology companies, and overseas military commitments.
Economic affordability emerged as a dominant issue among voters interviewed, with particular focus on inflation, healthcare expenses, and the rising costs of essential goods and services. Current inflation stands at 3.7%, and voters described significant financial strain from medications, fuel, and groceries. Multiple respondents linked these economic pressures directly to administration policies, including tariffs and changes to benefit programs. President Trump’s approval rating has declined to 36% according to a New York Times/Siena poll conducted this month.
Foreign policy represented another major concern for voters, particularly regarding military spending and overseas conflicts. Several respondents criticized U.S. military involvement in Iran and expressed opposition to military aid to Israel, characterizing such spending as misallocated resources that could address domestic needs. A voter who previously supported Trump in 2024 also criticized what he described as the ongoing war against Iran.
Technology and artificial intelligence featured as emerging concerns among some voters, who raised questions about market stability related to AI investments and the expansion of datacenters in their communities. Voters expressed worries that the technology sector’s influence on local governance could undermine constituent interests and that AI investment patterns resembled previous market bubbles.
Environmental protection and climate change also featured prominently in voters’ stated priorities, with particular emphasis among older voters who described witnessing degradation of natural spaces and public lands over their lifetimes. Democratic voters reported having cast early ballots, while concerns about political governance and democratic institutions also appeared in voter commentary on their midterm voting decisions.
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