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Poll Spells Disaster for Republicans in 2026 Midterms
On Sunday, June 14, an NBC News poll showed President Donald Trump's approval rating at 39%, a new second-term low, as Democrats gain ground five months ahead of November midterms.
Economic uncertainty drives this shift, as Americans struggle with surging gas and grocery prices while Republicans face slim majorities in both the House and Senate.
The Center Square's recent Voters Voice Poll revealed 47% of registered voters would choose a Democratic candidate, while only 41% would vote for a Republican.
While Republican pollster Bill McInturff called these "rocky numbers for Republicans, but they are not catastrophic," Democratic pollster Jeff Horwitt said Democrats remain well-positioned to win seats.
With 49% of Independents currently undecided, Mike Noble of Noble Predictive Insights suggests Democrats' best chance is focusing on pocketbook issues rather than attacking Trump.