US Capitol at night as polls begin to close in high-stakes midterm elections | AFP

Nighttime images of the illuminated US Capitol in Washington, DC, as polls begin to close across the United States in midterm elections that could reshape the balance of power in Congress. A Democratic takeover of the House would allow the party to block US President Donald Trump's legislative agenda and launch investigations into his administration, while control of the Senate would affect his ability to secure judicial and senior government appointments.

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