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Poll indicates voter preference for Democratic control of Congress ahead of midterm elections

A recent NBC poll reveals that 52% of voters prefer Democratic control of Congress for the 2026 midterm elections, while 45% favor Republicans. The poll also indicates a significant dissatisfaction with personal financial situations and a decline in Trump's approval rating.

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A new NBC poll shows that 52% of voters support Democrats taking control of Congress in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, while 45% prefer Republicans. This is a slight increase from earlier polls. Additionally, 51% of respondents reported dissatisfaction with their financial situation, and Trump's approval rating has dropped to 40%. The poll, conducted from October 28 to October 30, has a margin of error of 3.1 percentage points.

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  • 52% of surveyed voters prefer a Democratic-controlled Congress.
  • 45% support a Republican-controlled Congress.
  • 51% of respondents are dissatisfied with their financial situation.
  • Trump's approval rating is at 40%, down from 46% in 2018.
  • The poll was conducted from October 28 to October 30.
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