Cost of living and democracy dominate US voter concerns ahead of midterms

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 4 Nov, 00:09 · Archive

Roughly 60% of US voters deeply disapprove of President Trump's presidency, with cost of living and threats to democracy their top concerns.

An AP Voter Poll released ahead of Tuesday's midterms shows roughly 60% of US voters deeply disapprove of President Trump's presidency. Nearly three-quarters of voters report feeling 'angry' or 'dissatisfied' with the country's current direction.

On policy priorities, about 40% of voters cite the economy as the most important issue facing the country, whilst 30% name the state of US democracy as their chief concern—both cited more frequently than crime, healthcare or immigration. Most voters blame the Trump administration for inflation, with approximately 60% saying higher prices result 'more because of Trump's policies' rather than from external factors beyond his control.

Voters also want institutional checks on presidential power. About 70% say Congress should exercise stronger checks and balances on the presidency. Democrats are seeking to win majorities in both the House and Senate, which would allow them to limit Trump's authority after facing little resistance from Republican-controlled chambers over the past two years. The midterms are expected to serve largely as a referendum on Trump's performance, with historical precedent suggesting the party in the White House typically loses seats in such elections.

How it is being reported

• US voters name economy and state of democracy as top issues, poll saysA major election day survey suggests voters are the most unhappy with the economy.BBC News · 3 Nov, 23:55
• 65% of voters say Trump is making the economy worse, CBS News exit poll findsCBS News polled voters across the country, and 44% said their financial situation is worse than it was two years ago, while 65% said President Trump's policies have worsened U.S. economic conditions. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Major Garrett discuss the polling numbers.CBS News · 3 Nov, 23:55
• US democracy, Trump fatigue, cost of living are top issues with voters, AP survey findsRoughly 6 in 10 voters deeply disapprove of US President Donald Trump's presidency, according to an AP survey released Tuesday. About 4 in 10 say the economy is the most important issue while 3 in 10 say the state of US democracy is of primary concern – well above the number that rated crime or immigration as most important.France 24 · 3 Nov, 23:46
• Cost of living and corruption are top issues for voters who are deeply unhappy with Trump: AP Voter PollRoughly half of U.S. voters say government corruption and the cost of living are ‘crucial’ to their vote for CongressIndependent World · 3 Nov, 23:37

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