Midterm elections usually have the characteristic of lower voter turnout than Presidential year elections.
People usually feel less motivated and, as a result, less people vote during what is considered "off years." As a result, there is often more movement in who holds the House or Senate as a result of only die hard voters participating in the off year.
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stocked up on food water and weapons
It would be primarily "b. Office of Management and Budget" that is a part of the Executive Office of the President, although they also have strong ties to Congress.
