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A protester raised the American Flag in front of Hawaiʻi State Capitol. Alec Johnson/Photos Editor/Ka Leo o Hawaiʻi What you need to know:The midterm general elections occur midway through a president's four-year term, when voters decide what party controls congress. All 435 members of the house, who serve two-year terms, are elected. This year 35 of the 100 senate seats will be elected, with senators sitting six-year terms. During this time, referendum measures, statewide legislation, and local offices also appear on the ballot.As of Nov. 3, both the senate and house are controlled by Republicans. The House of Representatives is currently made up of 218 Republican Deputies and 214 Democrats, with one Independent often voting on the side of Republicans. In the Senate, there are 53 Republicans, 45 Democrats, and two independents often voting with Democrats. Democrats must win four seats in the house to gain the majority voting power.

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