New CNN poll shows midterm election concerns
Recent polling shows President Trump has low approval ratings, particularly regarding his handling of the economy. As midterm elections are underway, Trump is campaigning to influence voter choices. A CNN poll found that only 27% of Americans approve of his economic management, suggesting his unpopularity could hurt Republican candidates in the midterm races.
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4 developments- Sep 20Poll: Most voters say Trump has hurt the economy as competitive midterm election looms
- Sep 23Democrats lead in new poll as Trump looms over midterms
- Sep 23New poll reveals how Trump's low approval might affect midterms
- Sep 24New CNN poll shows economy and President Trump’s unpopularity could hurt GOP in midterms
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