GOP Lead on National Security Shrinks
Republicans’ advantage on national security issues has nearly disappeared since February, with the midterm elections fast less than five months away.
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June 19, 2026
June 18, 2026
Taxes: Democrats Now Hold Edge on Issue
The question of which party is more trusted to handle taxes now slightly favors Democrats, less than five months ahead of the midterm elections.
June 17, 2026
Iran War: Just 35% Favored ‘Regime Change’ Goal
Most voters don’t consider the Iran war a success, but barely a third wanted the United States to continue until the regime in Tehran was overturned.
June 16, 2026
Midterms Look Rough for Incumbents
A majority of voters plan to vote against incumbents in this fall’s midterm election and, if they had the chance, would send the entire Congress home.
June 15, 2026
Most Voters Undecided About Platner Accusations
Accusations that the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine abused an ex-girlfriend have not convinced most voters nationwide.
June 12, 2026
51% Want Votes Counted Within 24 Hours
The month-long vote count in California’s recent primary doesn’t pass the sniff test with a majority of American voters
June 11, 2026
Support for H-1B Program Remains High
The federal H-1B visa program continues to be approved by most voters, even though many are angry about how many foreign workers are hired.
June 10, 2026
Democrats Lead Anti-Israel Opinion Shift
Opinions on the Middle East have turned against Israel in the wake of the Iran war, especially among Democratic voters.
June 9, 2026
Most Voters Underestimate Fraud in Government Spending
Fraud in federal government spending is a serious problem, most voters believe, but not many realize just how big the problem really is.
June 8, 2026
The Rule of Law: Most Don’t See Trump as Better Than Biden
The rule of law matters to most voters, who consider it very important that public officials are held to the same standard of justice as other citizens. However, many don’t give President Donald Trump high marks on this issue.
June 5, 2026
46% View CIA Favorably
The Central Intelligence Agency has suffered some embarrassment recently, but nearly half of voters still have a favorable opinion of the agency.
June 4, 2026
Voters Have Concerns About Iran Peace Negotiations
The on-again-off-again negotiations for a peace deal with Iran have many voters worried that the final agreement won’t do enough to contain the threat from Iran.
June 3, 2026
58% See Worsening Economy
Most voters believe the U.S. economy has gotten worse since last year, but they’re divided over which party can do a better job of handling it.
June 2, 2026
Iran War Approval Down, Peace Plan Supported
Voter approval for the Iran war has declined by 12 points in less than three months, while a majority approve of reported terms for a peace agreement.
May 29, 2026
80% Expect Impeachment If Democrats Win Midterms
Congressional elections this November are shaping up as a referendum on whether President Donald Trump should be impeached.
May 28, 2026
Nearly Half Favor Crackdown on ‘Hate Speech’ Online
Significantly more voters now favor government action to silence online “hate speech” than they did just four years ago.
May 27, 2026
Is Trump Making U.S. Military Stronger? Many Doubt It
America’s armed forces can take on any foe, most voters believe, but less than half give President Donald Trump credit for improving military readiness.
May 26, 2026
59% Expect Cheating in Midterms
A majority of voters think the November midterm elections could be affected by cheating, and many still think the 2020 election was “rigged.”
May 22, 2026
Kamala Harris Maintains Lead for 2028 Democratic Nomination
Former Vice President Kamala Harris continues to be the favorite for the 2028 Democratic Party presidential nomination.
May 21, 2026
George Floyd Protests Didn’t Help, Most Voters Say
Six years after George Floyd died in Minneapolis, most voters don’t think black Americans benefited from the 2020 protests inspired by his death.
