Why a Democratic win in US midterms could adversely affect Europe
- The United States midterm elections appear stacked against the ruling Republicans, with polls suggesting the Democrats average an eight-point lead in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
- But if Democrats take one or both houses, could they affect upcoming elections in Europe?
- Not fundamentally, analysts and observers have told Al Jazeera, but besides a welcome improvement in transatlantic relations, they point to two potentially adverse effects.
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- The United States midterm elections appear stacked against the ruling Republicans, with polls suggesting the Democrats average an eight-point lead in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
- But if Democrats take one or both houses, could they affect upcoming elections in Europe?
- Not fundamentally, analysts and observers have told Al Jazeera, but besides a welcome improvement in transatlantic relations, they point to two potentially adverse effects.
Sources: Al Jazeera