The U.S. midterm elections on November 3, 2026, were marked by key moments. Polls closed with investment markets uncertain, Apple facing difficulties, and a U.S. strike on an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz hours before voting began. The elections also included a referendum on Trump's presidency and discussions on international policy influences, including regional conflicts. The day saw immigration debates, inflation concerns, and Middle Eastern tensions, with Trump defending his record. Stock markets remained volatile in the run-up to the polls, with Apple struggling.