Congressional debates and Trump’s Alaska trip draw focus before midterms

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  Senate and House debates are returning to the spotlight as candidates make their cases to voters.

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  The debates come less than a month before Election Day.

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  Contests in Iowa, Maine and New York are drawing attention as both parties fight for control of Congress.

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  President Trump’s planned trip to Alaska is also set to draw focus.

Who

Senate and House candidates nationwide, and President Trump.

What

Congressional debates are returning to the spotlight, alongside Trump’s planned Alaska trip.

When

This week, less than a month before Election Day.

Where

Contests in Iowa, Maine and New York; Trump is planning a trip to Alaska.

Why

Candidates are making their cases to voters, and both parties are fighting for control of Congress.

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