8 Nov 2023

Off-year elections 'interim verdict' on Biden's presidency

From Morning Report, 7:55 am on 8 November 2023

The United States is still a year away from the 2024 presidential election, but on Wednesday, voters around the country are heading to the booths to decide on other key positions and measures.

The most-watched races in Wednesday's off-year elections have been dominated by the ongoing debate over abortion rights, as well as those in key battleground states ahead of next year's big election.

Experts say the elections could preview challenges that might arise next year, with Wednesday's results potentially acting as an interim verdict on Joe Biden's presidency.

Washington D.C. correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann.