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Midterm Primaries: Democrats vs. Trump-Aligned Republicans Heat Up

3/3/2026

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The primary season for the midterms begins this week as Democrats debate policy ideas versus opposing U.S. President Donald Trump.
Republicans favor candidates aligned with Donald Trump, especially among MAGA supporters.
Polls show a slight edge for Democrats to control Congress, while Republicans are seen as stronger on immigration.
Voters see Democrats prioritizing recent immigrants over U.S. citizens, while Republicans favor citizens, per a CBS News/YouGov survey.

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Story summary

The primary season for the midterms begins this week as Democrats debate policy ideas versus opposing U.S. President Donald Trump.
Republicans favor candidates aligned with Donald Trump, especially among MAGA supporters.
Polls show a slight edge for Democrats to control Congress, while Republicans are seen as stronger on immigration.
Voters see Democrats prioritizing recent immigrants over U.S. citizens, while Republicans favor citizens, per a CBS News/YouGov survey.