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Democrats Edge Republicans on Economy; Trump Approval Drops to 35%

8/4/2026

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Reuters/Ipsos poll (July 29-Aug 3) found 37 % favor Democrats on the economy versus 36 % for Republicans.
The poll showed 42 % would vote Democrat and 37 % Republican in congressional races.
President Donald Trump’s approval fell to 35 % after being 37 % in July.

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Reuters/Ipsos poll (July 29-Aug 3) found 37 % favor Democrats on the economy versus 36 % for Republicans.
The poll showed 42 % would vote Democrat and 37 % Republican in congressional races.
President Donald Trump’s approval fell to 35 % after being 37 % in July.