How Affordability Concerns Could Sway Midterm Election Results

September's U.S. jobs report showed unemployment ticking up from 4.1% to 4.2%, with only 29,000 jobs added. ABC News' Averi Harper explains what this could mean for Republicans at the polls. The weak jobs numbers come as affordability and inflation remain top concerns for voters. Harper analyzes the political implications, noting that economic anxiety could hurt Republican candidates in the upcoming midterms. She discusses how voters are feeling the pinch of rising prices and stagnant wages, and how that might translate into ballot choices. The report also looks at historical trends linking economic conditions to election outcomes. With control of Congress at stake, both parties are ramping up their messaging on the economy. This segment provides valuable context for understanding the role of affordability in the midterm elections. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube for more breaking news and analysis.