As the general midterm elections begin, we take a look at where things stand. A new Times/Siena poll suggests that Democrats have a real shot at winning control of both chambers of Congress. But serious obstacles stand in their way, including a financial disadvantage.

The New York Times journalists Shane Goldmacher, Maggie Haberman and Nate Cohn sit down to discuss whether the United States is likely to see a blue wave in November.

Guest:

Maggie Haberman, a White House correspondent for The New York Times.
Shane Goldmacher, a national political correspondent for The New York Times.
Nate Cohn, the chief political analyst for The New York Times.

Background reading:

A new poll from The New York Times found that Democrats have an edge as President Trump drags down the Republican Party.
Trump’s ability to channel voter concerns was tested as Republicans gathered in Dallas.

Photo: Chase Castor for The New York Times

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48 Days Until the Midterms: Is a Blue Wave Coming?

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48 Days Until the Midterms: Is a Blue Wave Coming?