CNN’s chief data analyst Harry Enten said Monday that Republicans are holding sizable leads over Democrats on several major issues as the 2026 midterm
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CNN’s chief data analyst Harry Enten said Monday that Republicans are holding sizable leads over Democrats on several major issues as the 2026 midterm elections approach.
Enten appeared on “CNN News Central” with host Kate Bolduan to review the findings of a Washington Post/Ipsos poll conducted September 11–15.
The survey showed Republicans ahead by 7 points on the economy, 13 points on immigration, and 22 points on crime.
“Let’s compare it back to 2022. I think this kind of gives away the game right here. The GOP is more trusted than the Dems on the economy. It was 12 points in 2022. Slight, slight decline in that lead but still seven points,” Enten told Bolduan.
He emphasized the shift on immigration in particular.
“How about immigration? It was Republicans by three back in 2022. Look at this. The Republican lead has actually gone up by 10 points. What are you doing, Democrats? My goodness gracious.”
