Candidates in final sprint as new polls show Democratic leads in 5 key Senate races

Key Points:

• Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed raised a record $2.4 million in one day following Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens’ unexpected endorsement of his Republican opponent, Mike Rogers, with over 65,000 donors contributing an average of $36.74.
• President Donald Trump expressed interest in running for president again if legally allowed, reiterated plans to veto Democratic-led legislation if they regain Congress, and emphasized negotiating deals after initial vetoes.
• Haley Stevens faced backlash from Democrats for endorsing GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers, though her mother defended her decision as standing up for values; the endorsement energized El-Sayed’s campaign and Democratic base.
• The U.S. housing market remains strained with mortgage rates above 7%, impacting affordability and buyer activity; Trump’s housing agenda focused on lowering interest rates but saw limited success amid geopolitical tensions.
• Midterm elections feature key races for House representatives, Senate seats, and governors, with several battleground states showing tight contests; election officials are preparing for potential disruptions amid heightened political tensions and claims of election fraud.