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From Our Own Correspondent: The Republican Wave That Wasn't

12/11/2022

The Republican Wave That Wasn't

BBC Radio 4 - From Our Own Correspondent, The Republican Wave That Wasn't

Predictions of a sweeping Republican comeback in the US midterms failed to materialise.

The midterm elections were widely seen as a referendum on the Supreme Court abortion ruling and on Donald Trump's legacy, but the predicted 'giant red wave' never happened.

Kate Adie presents dispatches from the US, Australia, Egypt, Portugal and Slovenia. 

The predicted 'giant red wave' of Republican victories in the midterm elections this week’s failed to materialise  – though the GOP could still seize full control of Congress. John Sudworth weighs what the outcome means for Donald Trump's Republicans and the future of American democracy. 

The recent death of a 15-year-old Aboriginal boy in Western Australia has triggered a public outcry. Cassius Turvey was walking home from school with friends, when they were allegedly attacked. Cassius was beaten up and later died in hospital. His death has posed hard questions, about pervasive racism in the country, says Shaimaa Khalil. 

The Egyptian beach resort of Sharm El-Sheikh is hosting the UN Climate Change summit this week. The gathering is often criticised for presenting empty promises which are never followed-through, but Justin Rowlatt says there’s a new proposal, which is gaining traction – led by the Prime Minister of Barbados.

Portugal's golden visa scheme, which rewarded wealthy foreign investors with citizenship, has pushed house prices up over the last ten years.  The government recently announced it plans to end the scheme - but it may be too late for many young people who’re still unable to get a foot on the housing ladder, says Natasha Fernandes.

In Slovenia, Nick Hunt follows the 'Walk of Peace' trail amid trenches and memorials to fallen soldiers in the First World War. He hears from locals how forest fires last Summer wreaked fresh devastation on the region. 

Producers: Serena Tarling and Ellie House
Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith
Production Coordinator: Iona Hammond

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