Democrats lead Republicans 51%-43% as Trump’s support weakens ahead of midterms

  • Democratic congressional candidates led Republicans 51%-43% among likely voters.
  • Democrats led Republicans 60%-36% on health care and 52%-45% on immigration.
  • Trump’s approval stood at 39.5%, with 58.2% disapproving, according to Decision Desk HQ.

Democratic congressional candidates led Republicans 51% to 43% among likely voters in a New York Times/Siena University poll conducted Sept. 8-13, an eight-point advantage with fewer than 50 days before the midterm elections. Democrats also led Republicans on the economy, 51% to 45%; immigration, 52% to 45%; and health care, 60% to 36%. President Donald Trump’s approval rating was previously reported at 38%, while a Decision Desk HQ average put it at 39.5% late Tuesday, with 58.2% disapproving. The poll showed Democrats ahead among voters earning less than $50,000 annually and raised broader concerns for Republicans, although top political adviser James Blair said there was a path to retaining both congressional majorities.

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