Event Brief
Early voting begins for U.S. midterms that could flip Congress
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 4:07 AM ET
Summary: Early voting has started for U.S. midterm elections that could determine control of Congress. Election administrators said they are prepared and confident the vote will be accurate and secure.
WHO: Election administrators
WHAT: Early voting begins for U.S. midterm elections that could flip control of Congress.
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026 at 1:48 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The vote is starting as scheduled for the midterm elections.
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