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65% of voters say Trump is making the economy worse, CBS News exit poll finds

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65% of voters say Trump is making the economy worse, CBS News exit poll finds. (2026, November 3). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/voters-say-trump-making-economy-worse-cbs-news-exit-poll-finds/

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CBS News conducted an exit poll revealing that 44% of voters believe their personal financial situation has declined over the past two years. Additionally, 65% indicated that President Trump’s policies have negatively impacted the overall U.S. economy. The article focuses on these specific polling results without providing additional analysis or opinions.
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In the 2026 U.S. midterm elections held on November 3, Democrats won control of both the House and Senate, marking a significant shift after years of Republican dominance. Despite President Donald Trump's unpopularity, Republicans had hoped to maintain their majority in Congress. However, factors such as Trump’s unconstitutional actions, notably his unilateral declaration of war against Iran, contributed to voter backlash. The election saw Democrats winning in traditionally red states like Texas and South Carolina, leading many analysts to describe it as a "Blue Tsunami." Post-election, there was internal blame-sharing within the Trump administration, with some insiders suggesting that certain cabinet members might face consequences for their roles during the midterm defeats.

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CBS 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.
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CBS 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. asserted
policies → poll → conditions
CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Major Garrett discuss the polling numbers. asserted
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