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Democrats Lead in Key Midterm Poll | US News

Democrats hold a commanding eight-point lead in the generic congressional ballot, with 50.7% of likely voters favoring them over Republicans’ 43%, as midterms loom and the economy remains voters’ top concern. Meanwhile, Trump deflects blame for voter frustration onto Capitol Hill, while GOP leaders like McCarthy warn the party’s messaging is weak — lacking clear economic plans or recent wins to rally voters ahead of November. With just a few seats needed to flip control of Congress, Republicans face mounting pressure to unify and convince voters they’re the better choice. Listen in…

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