Will Democrats defeat Trump’s Republican Party in 2026? New poll reveals shocking numbers.
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Key Points:
- A new CNN poll shows Democrats are highly motivated for the 2026 midterm elections, with 80% expressing strong motivation to vote, compared to 74% of Republicans.
- Democratic candidates hold a 5-point lead over Republicans overall, which expands to a 16-point advantage among the most motivated voters.
- Despite this advantage, congressional Democratic leaders have low approval ratings at 28%, trailing behind GOP leaders who have a 35% approval rating.
- Voters are divided on whether the country would be better or worse off if Democrats controlled Congress, with 39% saying better off and 37% saying worse off.
- Half of voters believe former President Trump has had a bad effect on the Republican Party,
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