Americas
US states prepare to shadow Justice Department election monitors
Minnesota and California plan to track federal monitors during the November 3 midterms, as the Justice Department prepares to send about 1,000 to all 50 states.
US midterms
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Americas
Trump's approval falls to record low of 31% before US midterms
A Reuters/Ipsos poll put Trump's approval at a record low of 31%, with Democrats 12 points ahead, as he warned Kansans the US would 'burn' like France.
Middle East
Iran steps up Hormuz ship attacks to keep oil prices high, officials say
Iranian officials told Reuters Tehran had changed tactics to target more ships in and beyond Hormuz before the US vote, as Brent crude rose to $106.32.