The laen is driven by a 54% to 45% preference on the generic congressional ballot, with support from Independents at 57% for Democrats. The party also leads among women and voters under 44, as well as among Black and Hispanic voters, who favor the ticket 85% and 60% respectively. Republicans maintain an advantage with white voters at 53% and those 65 and older.
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Democrats Take 11 Seat House Majority in CBS Projection
US Politics17 days ago
A poll conducted from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2 reveals a 9 point lead for candidates from the party of Joe Biden in congressional races. Based on this data, CBS News estimates that Democrats would capture 229 seats in the US House if midterm elections were held today, compared to 206 for Republicans. This result would secure an 11 seat majority for the Democrats, with a likely seat range between 216 and 237.
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