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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Eric Garcia

Democrats have early edge over Republicans in 2026 midterm election poll

A new poll shows finds that Democrats have an early edge heading into the 2026 midterm elections in the minority party’s bid to wrest control of the House of Representatives back from Republicans.

A YouGov/The Economist survey took place between August 1-4 and polled 1702 US adult citizens. The generic ballot is a barometer that shows just whether voters would prefer voting for a Democrat or Republican.

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