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Could a midterm defeat tame Trump? Not on foreign policy, Chinese experts say

Orange Wang · South China Morning Post

Published 2 Nov 2026, 1:00 am·1 h ago·1 min read

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A potential lame-duck phase may not deter US President Donald Trump from pursuing more “transactional” or “risky” foreign policy moves after the midterm elections, Chinese experts warn, while casting doubt on expectations of a powerful Democratic wave. Amid a season of high-stakes contests that could reshape global politics, the US vote on Tuesday stands out. The election, which will determine who takes control of the US Congress, could result in Trump and his fellow Republicans no longer...

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US Midterm Elections Approach Amid Security and Economic Concerns

Voters prepare to cast ballots in the US midterm elections as campaigns address security threats, economic pressures, and international relations.

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