Democrats' advantage is clear with less than a month to go in the midterm elections

Oct 6, 2026 · Domenico Montanaro

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Democrats' advantage is clear with less than a month to go in the midterm elections

The U.S. Capitol stands on Sept. 23 in Washington, D.C.

President Trump is facing low approval ratings, and voters are blaming him for rising costs. Republicans are likely to pay the price at the ballot box next month.

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