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Democrats have edge in seats in fight for House, CBS News poll shows

14 SEP 2026 · 11:58 ET·3:34·266 VIEWS

A new CBS News poll indicates Democrats hold an edge in the race for House seats ahead of the midterm elections. Voter sentiment appears driven by prices and inflation, echoing trends from two years prior, with both Republicans and Democrats viewing the midterms as a referendum on President Trump.

WHY IT MATTERS

The poll suggests that economic concerns like inflation are currently benefiting Democrats, potentially influencing the balance of power in the House of Representatives.

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