Rasmussen Reports Welcomes Veteran Political Pollster John Garst
ASBURY PARK, NJ — September 3, 2026 — Rasmussen Reports announced today that veteran political consultant and public-opinion researcher John Garst has joined its polling team.
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Daily Presidential Tracking Poll
The Rasmussen Reports daily Presidential Tracking Poll shows...
Politics
Generic Congressional Ballot
The Democratic Party has widened its lead over Republicans in the battle to control the House of Representatives.
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Trump Approval Index Month-by-Month
Right Direction or Wrong Track
Democrats Feel Their Votes Are More Effective
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30% See Higher Stock Market Ahead
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55% of Workers Expect Pay Raise
Gas Prices: 51% Paying More Than $4 Per Gallon
Consumer Spending Update: Economic Confidence Jumps in July
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