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Pollster Predicts Which Party Is Favored to Control Congress
Summary Americans’ economic pessimism has turned what could have been a favorable midterm environment for Republicans into a fight for control of Congress, pollster Scott Rasmussen tells the Daily Signal. With less than a week before Election Day, Rasmussen predicts the House is leaning toward Democrats while control of the Senate is uncertain. He joined… -
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New Poll Shows Wisconsin Governor’s Race Is Up for Grabs
Summary With mere days until the midterms, a new poll shows the race for Wisconsin governor could tip either way, with the man behind the poll saying the toss-up race is indictive of contests across the country. The poll, conducted by the League of American Workers from Oct. 19-23, 2026, surveyed 1,213 likely voters… -
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‘FEARMONGERING’: Virginia AG Jay Jones Warns of ‘Armed Federal Agents’ at Polling Sites
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones sent a memo to local election officials earlier this month warning about “armed federal agents” at polling locations during the 2026 midterm elections. Jones’ office and the Virginia Department of Elections sent the 10-page memo to local election clerks alleging “intimidation and interference,” and citing “concerns about potential actions by… -
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New Poll Shows Jackson, Bottoms in Standoff as Early Voting Surges Across the Peach State
Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, a Democrat, are in a dead heat, according to a new poll by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The poll, conducted by the University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs Survey Research Center, shows Jackson polling at 46%, while Bottoms follows closely behind… -
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Poll Suggests How TikTok Shapes Voter Views on Foreign Policy
As Americans prepare to vote in next month’s midterm elections, a new poll from Cygnal suggests that where voters get their news may play a growing role in shaping their views on America’s allies and foreign conflicts. The poll surveyed 1,500 likely midterm voters over Oct. 7-10, focusing primarily on foreign conflicts and self-defense. Of… -
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Poll Shows Tight Races in 2 Virginia Congressional Districts
The latest polling indicates that two Virginia congressional races that were cakewalks for Republicans just two years ago are much closer this time around. The election year’s final Washington Post poll, conducted with George Mason University’s Schar School of Policy and Government, surveyed voters in the 1st and 5th congressional districts. Those seats are held… -
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How Wrong Will the Midterms Forecast for Ohio Turn Out to Be?
It’s a midterm year with a Republican in the White House, and so, if history holds, Republicans face an uphill battle this November. A bad night for Republicans, including in Ohio, is possible, but is it likely? If you believe the polls, forecasts, and betting markets, Ohio Republicans could see losses ahead on Nov. 3…. -
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This Senate Race May Decide the Majority. A New Poll Shows Movement.
For the first time in weeks, longtime Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins is pulling ahead of Democrat opponent Troy Jackson in the November midterm election. All eyes are on Maine ahead of the election, as it could be the seat that determines which party holds the majority in the 120th Congress. The poll shows Maine… -
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Collins’ Support Increasing in New Poll, Quantus Insights Says
A new poll conducted from Sept. 14-16 by Quantus Insights shows the Georgia Senate race tightening, with Rep. Mike Collins gaining ground on incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff. The poll shows Ossoff leading Collins 48.2% to 44.4%, putting Collins within the margin of error. “Jon Ossoff’s toxic far-left record is being exposed, and this race is… -
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Only Half of Traditional Republicans Are Excited to Vote. That’s the Ballgame.
Control of Congress will be decided over the next seven weeks. Starting today, the Daily Signal is introducing a new show—“Midterm Report”—all about the 2026 elections. Each week from now through Election Day, I’ll take you inside the races that will decide the majority, alongside the pollsters, strategists, reporters, and candidates who know what’s really… -
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Backlash Against Ossoff Continues to Grow After Trump Aide Remarks, Collins Increases in Poll
Democrat strategist David Axelrod on Wednesday chastised Sen. Jon Ossoff for his comments on Natalie Harp, adding a left-wing voice to the growing backlash against the Georgia senator. In a post on X, Axelrod said, “The paragraph from his weekend speech that has gotten so much attention was a brutal takedown. But two words in… -
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Georgia Voters’ Opinions on Health Care Revealed in Poll
As Georgia voters consider whom they want to be their next governor, a recent poll reveals that many are concerned about the rising cost of health care. The University of Georgia recently conducted a poll of nearly 1,000 likely voters to gather their opinions on which election issues matter most to them. The poll, sponsored… -
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Muslim Mass Migration and the Michigan Election
Brand-new polling shows a horse race in the U.S. Senate race in Michigan and suggests that the controversial topic of Muslim immigration to that state could provide the key differentiator in the contest. As reported in earlier polling in Michigan, by a 6-to-1 margin, Michigan voters believe that there is too much Muslim immigration to… -
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Will Apathy Cost Ossoff His Senate Seat? New Polling Shows Collins in Lead Among Older Voters
A recent poll on Georgia elections shows Rep. Mike Collins leads Sen. Jon Ossoff among older voters in the race for U.S. Senate. Will votes by older Georgians cost the incumbent senator his job? In a poll conducted July 13-16 by Fabrizio Ward and Impact Research for AARP, Collins leads voters over the age of… -
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Georgia Polling: Jackson and Collins Can Win as Trump’s Approval Rises
For the first time this year in my extensive polling, the newest survey out of Georgia shows a material rebound for President Donald Trump and for other Republicans as we head into the heart of election season. To be sure, serious hurdles remain, and the economic mood remains problematic. But after a drumbeat of steadily… -
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EXCLUSIVE: Georgia Poll Shows Jackson Leads Gov’s Race, Ossoff Ahead for Senate
A new poll shows Rick Jackson leading the Georgia governor’s race, Sen. Jon Ossoff ahead in the race for U.S. Senate, and steady numbers for President Donald Trump despite uncertainty over the economy and an unpopular war with Iran. The poll of 1,175 likely voters, conducted June 27-30 by market research and polling firm Wick,… -
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Patriotism Declines as US Nears 250th Anniversary, Driven by Sharp Partisan Divide
A growing number of Americans are feeling less patriotic about their country as the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. According to a Public Religion Research Institute poll released last week, “Just half of Americans are extremely or very proud of being an American (51%) or of America’s… -
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News Aggregators’ Left-Wing Bias Reinforces Political Ignorance
The other day, a young lady got on the elevator and promptly whipped out her smartphone and began scrolling. “Excuse me,” I said, “can I ask you where you get your news?” She said, “You mean like news about what’s going on in the world?” “Yes.” “Oh, TikTok.” This reminded me of a dinner conversation… -
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New Wisconsin Polling Shows That Michael Alfonso Could Be Part of the New Generation of ‘America First’
Brand-new polling conducted by TIPP Insights for my League of American Workers reveals a commanding +14% lead for Michael Alfonso in the Republican primary for the U.S. House of Representatives race in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. Alfonso earned the endorsement of President Donald Trump, who recognizes serious political talent and philosophical alignment in this young… -
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Polls Show Ohio Gubernatorial Race Still One to Watch
With just weeks to go before the general election season begins in Ohio, several polls of statewide elections in the Buckeye State show close races. This includes the gubernatorial race to see who will replace term-limited Republican Gov. Mike DeWine. Vivek Ramaswamy is the front-runner for the Republican nomination, having been endorsed by the Ohio…