Americans will vote on 3 November to determine control of Congress for the remainder of Donald Trump's presidency, a contest that could reshape his final two years in office. All 435 House seats and 33 of the 100 Senate seats are up for election, with Republicans currently holding narrow majorities in both chambers. The outcome hinges on voter response to Trump's declining approval ratings, which have dropped from over 50% at the start of his second term to approximately 37% amid ongoing economic concerns and foreign policy challenges. Historically, the president's party loses an average of 27 House seats in midterms, a trend that favors Democrats seeking to reclaim the House, where they need to flip four of 16 Republican-held toss-up districts. In the Senate, Democrats face a tougher path, requiring wins in seven competitive races including key contests in Michigan, Alaska, Iowa, Ohio, and Texas, where incumbent Republican Ken Paxton is defending his seat against Democrat James Talarico. Financial disparities are pronounced, with Republicans reporting over $600 million in combined cash reserves versus Democrats' $400 million, and GOP groups spending $200 million more on advertising in September. Trump's focus on reducing fuel costs contrasts with voter concerns about inflation, healthcare costs, and immigration policy, issues that have shaped campaign messaging across battleground states. The results will influence not only Trump's legislative agenda but also the political landscape for the 2028 presidential election, as both parties prepare for shifting voter priorities beyond his tenure.