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Midterm Election

Definition

A general election held in the middle of a president's four-year term. All House seats and one-third of Senate seats are contested.

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What is a midterm election?
A general election held in the middle of a president's four-year term. All House seats and one-third of Senate seats are contested.
What terms are related to midterm election?
Related terms include: General Election. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for midterm election.