NBC Poll Shows Democrats With 7-Point Lead Ahead of Midterms
A new national poll reveals a significant Democratic advantage in the final days before the midterm elections, fueled by economic discontent.
At a glance
- Registered voters prefer a Democratic-controlled Congress by a 52 percent to 45 percent margin.
- President Donald Trump's disapproval rating has reached an all-time high of 60 percent across his two terms.
- Roughly three in four voters express dissatisfaction with the state of the economy heading into the midterms.
Democrats hold a significant lead in the race for control of Congress just days before the midterm elections, according to a national poll by NBC News. The survey reveals a high level of voter dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump and the current direction of the country.
Registered voters favor a Democratic-led Congress by 52 percent to 45 percent, which marks a two-point increase from the previous month. The numbers point to a challenging political environment for Republicans defending their slim majorities in both the House and Senate.
Economic Discontent and Disapproval
President Trump's disapproval rating climbed to 60 percent, while his approval stands at 40 percent. About three in four voters reported feeling dissatisfied with the economy, and 51 percent expressed dissatisfaction with their personal financial situation.
Pollsters Jeff Horwitt and Bill McInturff noted that voters are raising widespread concerns about rising prices during the Iran war. Roughly 64 percent of voters stated that the president has fallen short of their expectations.
Analysis
The survey results indicate that voters are looking for a check on presidential power, with independents breaking heavily forีฅึ the opposition. At the same time, the data shows that the Democratic Party itself remains broadly unpopular, suggesting that the shift in support stems more from anti-incumbent sentiment than deep enthusiasm for the Democrats.
With key races concentrated in Republican-leaning districts and states that Trump won in 2024, the final outcome will depend heavily on whether undecided voters and less-engaged groups turn out at the ballot box.
What to watch: Watch how the remaining undecided voters break in the final days before the midterm elections.
Reporting from: NBC News. Spotted an error? Tell us.
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