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Democrats up 7 points on the economy over GOP: Poll
The 8-point gap is the largest Democratic advantage on the issue since Reuters/Ipsos began asking the question in October 2025.
- A Reuters/Ipsos poll completed Monday shows Democrats lead Republicans 36% to 28% on handling the cost of living, a troubling sign for President Donald Trump's party ahead of midterm elections.
- Voter sentiment shifted after President Donald Trump launched the war on Iran in February, pushing gasoline prices near record highs and straining U.S. household finances.
- The survey of 951 registered voters found 36% favor the Democratic Party approach, 28% picked Republicans, and 37% remain unsure or believe neither party has a viable plan.
- White House spokesperson Kush Desai cited "historic job, wage, and economic growth" in defense, while Republican strategist Christopher Nicholas warned Republicans face exposure on cost of living.
- With the entire House and 35 Senate seats up for grabs in November, Republicans aim to highlight tax cuts while framing the Democratic Party as increasingly extreme.
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Democrats up 7 points on the economy over GOP: Poll
Democrats are ahead 7 points on the economy over Republicans, according to a new poll. In The Economist/YouGov poll, 39 percent of respondents said they believe Democrats do “a better job handling” the economy, while 32 said the same of Republicans. Fifteen said both parties handle the economy “about the same” and another 15 percent were unsure.
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