Nytimes iconNytimesSep 15, 2026

Democrats Gain Midterms Edge as Trump Drags Down Republicans, Per Times/Siena Poll

Even some Republicans are losing faith in Trump's economy, a New York Times/Siena poll found, and Democrats were favored on the top issues as the sprint to the midterms gets underway.

Democrats Gain Midterms Edge as Trump Drags Down Republicans, Per Times/Siena Poll

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Even some Republicans are losing faith in Trump's economy, a New York Times/Siena poll found, and Democrats were favored on the top issues as the sprint to the midterms gets underway.

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Even some Republicans are losing faith in Trump's economy, a New York Times/Siena poll found, and Democrats were favored on the top issues as the sprint to the midterms gets underway.

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