When will we know who controls Congress? What to expect on election night

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ABC News’ Olivia Rubin explains the figures shaping the fight for Congress as Democrats aim to reclaim seats on Capitol Hill.

Voting is underway across the country Tuesday in a midterm election that could decide whether President Trump gets two more years of unified Republican rule — or faces a potential Democratic check on his power.

The polling is done, the last ads have been bought, and the last text messages have been sent. Voters are voting. Now all we can do is wait and watch. But what should we be watching? The first polls to close in tight races are in South Carolina and Georgia at 7 p.m. Eastern. If […]