Midterm Elections
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It takes two to tango but Trump’s ballroom is a turnoff for midterm voters
Few things are more bewitching to the US president than gold-adorned dance halls and military bunkers. But will the people’s response to his latest projects fulfil his craving for everlasting power?
Donald Trump’s State of the Union address proves that he lives in Mar-a-La La Land, not the US
The US president’s State of the Union speech painted a very different reality to that of many Americans. And it might affect Republican prospects in the upcoming midterm elections.
In the swing
The stories you should be paying attention to – and the ones you might have missed.
Can the Republicans take the centre ground?
Who should lead the Republicans into the next presidential election? Can they try to regain their old voice of moderation? Monocle's panel debates the future of the Grand Old Party.
Obama army
Chicago is now home to Barack Obama’s new political fighters. As the midterms approach, we head to the city to see how his legacy is shaping politics today.
Won’t back down
Before the 2016 US election, Nancy Pelosi was preparing for a different life. But the Democrats’ loss has reignited her fire.
