Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the Nov. 3 U.S. midterm elections could influence Washington’s approach to Kyiv and Moscow, putting support for Ukraine and possible U.S.-Russia agreements in view as voters cast ballots in House and Senate races.
In an interview with The Sun, Zelensky said the results could affect U.S. policy on Ukraine, the war and relations with Russia. He criticized Washington for not applying greater pressure to Moscow, arguing that the absence of forceful signals has left Russian President Vladimir Putin in a favorable position.
Silver Bulletin’s projections give Democrats more than 90% odds of taking the House and more than 70% odds of regaining the Senate. The election will determine which party controls each chamber, as EconoTimes previously reported.
Even if Democrats make gains, pursuing more aid for Ukraine or sanctions on Russia would still require negotiations with Republicans, particularly in the Senate. The vote could shift congressional control, but it will not change who holds the presidency: U.S. President Donald Trump is due to remain in office for another two years.
The Independent reported that Ukraine is preparing for possible foreign-policy changes after the election amid deteriorating relations with the Trump administration. Zelensky’s remarks tie the outcome to more than congressional leadership, including U.S. decisions on the war and potential economic ties with Russia.
Historical results offer context but do not determine this year’s outcome. CBS News reported that the president’s party lost seats in 37 of the past 41 midterm elections, a pattern covered in EconoTimes’ earlier account of the midterm history. Voters will decide the House and Senate races on Nov. 3.
