The U.S. midterm elections on November 3, 2026, were marked by key moments. Polls closed with investment markets uncertain, tech giants facing challenges, and a U.S. strike on an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz just as the polls opened. The elections also included a referendum on Trump's presidency and discussions on global policy effects, including eastern Europe and the Middle East. The day saw immigration debates, inflation concerns, and Middle Eastern tensions, with Trump defending his record. Stock markets remained uncertain before the vote, with Apple struggling.