Election officials in the US are preparing for potential violence at polling booths. Concerns arise over Donald Trump's possible interference in the midterm elections. The midterm campaign is entering its final weekend, with key states like Alaska and California experiencing tight race for votes. The ongoing Iran war also overshadows the elections, with Iranian envoys meeting Qatari mediators amid threats of US strikes. The US is voting in high stakes midterms, which could greatly influence the outcome and New Zealand.