Voters prefer Democrats over Republicans on economy for first time in a decade – poll

A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that for the first time in nearly a decade, Americans prefer Democrats over Republicans on economic stewardship. The poll, conducted from Wednesday to Monday, found 37% of registered voters favored the Democratic approach to the economy, compared to 36% for Republicans. This shift coincides with a decline in President Donald Trump's approval rating to 35%, just one percentage point above his lowest term level. The article suggests that Trump's handling of the economy, including rising energy prices attributed to the Iran war, could negatively impact Republican chances in the November midterm elections. Gasoline prices have surged over 25% since the war began, with Americans paying more than a dollar extra per gallon. The poll also showed 42% of registered voters would support a Democrat in congressional elections, versus 37% for a Republican.