Donald Trump Gets Worrying Midterm Warning Sign Across 3 New Polls
Summary
Recent polls show Democrats leading Republicans in key measures ahead of the November midterm elections. President Donald Trump's job approval and Republican support on the economy have declined, while Democrats have gained ground, especially in competitive districts.Key Facts
- A Reuters/Ipsos poll found Democrats lead Republicans 37% to 36% on who handles the economy better, a first in nearly ten years.
- The same Reuters/Ipsos poll showed Democrats ahead 42% to 37% on the generic congressional ballot.
- President Trump's job approval dropped to 35% in the Reuters/Ipsos survey.
- Economist/YouGov poll showed Democrats leading by 4 percentage points nationally and by 5 points in 65 competitive districts.
- In competitive districts held by Republicans, only 33% of voters viewed their representative favorably, while 49% had an unfavorable opinion.
- Independent voters favored Democrats by 12 points in the Reuters/Ipsos poll and showed more positive views of Democratic incumbents in competitive districts.
- President Trump's favorability rating remains low, with YouGov reporting 36% job approval vs. 60% disapproval.
- These polls suggest voter attitudes could impact control of both the House and Senate in the upcoming midterms.
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