Democrats lead Republicans by 10 points in April 2026 national midterm poll

5 articles · Updated · Emerson Polling · Apr 29

The Emerson College survey finds Democrats at 50% and Republicans at 40%, with 10% undecided among 1,000 likely voters nationwide.
Democratic gains are strongest among Hispanic voters, women, and independents. President Trump’s approval drops to 40%, with 56% disapproval, and most voters view U.S. military action in Iran as a failure.
Disapproval of Trump’s handling of the economy, foreign policy, and immigration has risen since last year, especially among independents. The economy remains the top issue for 40% of voters.

What key factors are driving the dramatic shift in political sentiment among Hispanic voters over the past year?

Does the costly Iran intervention signal a major shift in America's long-term global military and diplomatic strategy?

With the War Powers clock ticking, what happens next in the US-Iran stalemate after the May 1st deadline?

As tariffs contribute to inflation, what specific relief, if any, can American households expect in the coming months?

How will the projected doubling of ACA premium payments in 2026 impact the national uninsured rate and hospital stability?

With 1.2 million fewer foreign-born workers, which essential US industries face the greatest risk from ongoing labor shortages?