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Both Democrats and Republicans see Trump as motivating factor in midterms, CBS News poll finds

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Both Democrats and Republicans see Trump as motivating factor in midterms, CBS News poll finds. (2026, September 14). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/both-democrats-republicans-trump-motivating-factor-midterms-poll/

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A recent CBS News poll indicates that majorities of both Republican and Democratic voters view President Trump as a motivating factor for participating in the upcoming midterm elections. The survey, analyzed by CBS News's Anthony Salvanto, highlights how Trump's presence influences voter turnout across political spectrums.
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A new CBS News poll shows that for both Democrats and Republicans, President Trump remains a significant motivating factor ahead of the upcoming November midterm elections. The survey indicates a majority in each party considers Trump as part of their reasoning to cast ballots this November. CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys, Anthony Salvanto, has provided analysis on these findings.

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New CBS News polling finds a majority of both Republicans and Democrats say President Trump is part of their motivation to vote in the November midterms.
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