US EditionCnn Poll: Democrats Are More Enthusiastic About the Midterm Election, While Trump's Approval Rating Falls
Democrats lead by 5 points on the generic ballot and have a 12-point advantage in voter motivation amid Trump's 37% approval rating, the lowest of his second term.
- From October 27 to 30, a CNN/SSRS poll found the Democratic Party holds a sizable enthusiasm advantage while President Donald Trump posts a 37% approval and 63% disapproval rating.
- Public dissatisfaction with the country and economy shows that 72% say the economy is in poor shape, while 61% disapprove of Trump’s handling of the federal government shutdown, indicating widespread unrest.
- Looking ahead to next year’s midterms, 47% of registered voters favor the Democratic candidate in the district versus 42% for the Republican, while Independents break 44% to 31% for Democrats and 41% say their vote opposes Trump.
- Despite low party favorability, the Democratic base shows 93% support for the Democratic candidate in the district and a 12-point edge among voters who are extremely or very motivated next year.
- Methodology notes show the CNN poll was conducted by SSRS online and by phone from October 27 to 30 among 1,245 adults, including 954 registered voters, with margins of error of ±3.1 and ±3.6 points.
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