The U.S. midterm elections on November 3, 2026, were marked by important happenings. 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 foreign policy impacts, including regional conflicts. The day saw immigration debates, inflation concerns, and Middle Eastern tensions, with Trump defending his record. Stock markets remained shaky ahead of the election, with Apple struggling.