Key Congress races might change how US deals with world powers next year
Congress races could reshape US foreign-policy making in both chambers next year. Senate leadership changes and House committee shake-ups might affect relations with Ukraine China and Israel
The up-coming congress races show how US foreign-policy could change next year. Both parties agree on Israel help and China policy but Ukraine support depends on who wins; Republicans look strong in Senate while House control remains unclear
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee faces big changes. James Risch from Idaho (whos term runs till 2026) might lead if Republicans win. Current chair Ben Cardin is leaving‚ and if Democrats keep control Jeanne Shaheen could be first woman to run it
Here are key committee members in close races:
- Jon Tester behind by 5.3%
- Sherrod Brown trailing by 0.4%
- Jacky Rosen leading by 5.6%
- Ted Cruz ahead by 3.4%
In the House‚ Foreign Affairs Committee leaders Michael McCaul and Gregory Meeks should keep their seats. The China Committee situation is interesting - its supposed to end this year but House Speaker Mike Johnson says hell keep it if Republicans win (even though some congress-people dont like this idea). Committee leaders John Moolenaar and Raja Krishnamoorthi will probably stay in their spots
