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Democrats Hold Largest Lead Over Republicans Ahead of 2026 Midterms
New Gallup polling data indicates Democratic voters and leaners have expanded their advantage to the highest level since 2008, signaling potential momentum for the upcoming midterm elections.
5 Sept, 09:03 — 5 Sept, 14:16
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NYTMostly Factual2d ago
Gallup Polls Show Democrats Outnumber Republicans Ahead of 2026 Midterm Elections
Data from Gallup shows that Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents have their largest advantage over Republicans since 2008.
By Ruth Igielnik and Caroline Soler
Read full article →The IndependentMostly Factual2d ago
More Americans are identifying as Democrats in latest troubling sign for Trump and the midterms
Democrats now hold their largest party-affiliation advantage over Republicans in years
By Brendan Rascius
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First report: NYT · 5 Sept, 09:03|Full coverage: 2 · 5h|Window: 5h
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