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As Democrats celebrate major gains, false claims about election fraud have spread. Viral posts alleging illegal voting and election rigging are intended to fuel doubt about the integrity of the vote. DW checks the facts.
As Democrats take control of Congress at the midterms, what impact did the global tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump have on the vote? Many small businesses in the United States say they are being stifled by the tariffs, with the consulting firm Epiq Global's October assessment saying small business bankruptcies increased 46 per cent from the previous year. France 24 Bogota team spoke with small business owners to understand how they are coping with these import taxes and what impact they are having on the economy.
As Democrats seek to regain control of Congress, divisions within the party are emerging over its future direction. A new wave of progressive candidates is pushing to shift priorities further to the left, challenging corporate money in politics and calling for universal healthcare, climate action and an end to police violence. Monte Francis reports.
