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September 5, 2026
Democrats Gain Largest Lead in Party Identification in Over a Decade
- Democrats now hold a 6-point lead over Republicans in party identification, the largest since 2010.
- 49% of independents lean Democratic, compared to 39% leaning Republican, marking a significant shift.
- The findings reflect growing political challenges for President Trump, whose approval ratings remain low.
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- Gallup Polls Show Democrats Outnumber Republicans Ahead of 2026 Midterm ElectionsSep 5, 2026 at 9:03 AM · NYT
- More Americans are identifying as Democrats in latest troubling sign for Trump and the midtermsSep 5, 2026 at 2:16 PM · Independent