The significance of the poll shows a sharp drop from the pollster’s previous (February) result, which found Democrats leading by +5 points. It’s essentially a statistical tie within the margin of error.
The poll found: Advertisement –Democrats hold decisive double-digit advantages on healthcare (+14), health and wellness (+12), and trust in government amid the Epstein files (+11), and also lead on working-class needs (+8), affordability (+7), middle-class needs (+6), and minimizing AI job loss.
–Republicans lead on crime (+10), immigration (+7), international strength (+3), and keeping the American dream alive (+3).
📊 2026 Generic Congressional Ballot
— InteractivePolls (@IAPolls2022) March 23, 2026
🟦 Democrats: 46.3%
🟥 Republicans: 45.8%
February poll – Democrats +5@zogbystrategies | 3/17-18 | 1,000 LV pic.twitter.com/GDovczLblH
The poll has sparked discussion on X, formerly Twitter, with users noting it as potentially concerning for Democrats given Zogby’s history of leaning a bit more to the Left
The Republican National Committee took a key step recently toward holding what would be its first-ever national convention during a midterm election year.
The RNC on Friday approved a change to party rules that would allow Chairman Joe Gruters to convene a convention outside of a presidential election cycle.
National political conventions traditionally take place during presidential election years, when delegates formally nominate the party’s presidential and vice presidential candidates, Fox News reported.
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President Donald Trump announced in September that the GOP would hold a convention ahead of the midterms to highlight accomplishments since Republicans regained the White House.
The change was adopted Thursday evening by the RNC’s Rules Committee during the party’s winter meeting in Santa Barbara, California.
A memo obtained by Fox News Digital referenced the possibility of an “America First” midterm convention-style gathering aligned with President Trump’s political vision.
Republicans are seeking to defend control of the Senate and a slim majority in the House in this year’s midterm elections
Speaking with reporters Friday, Gruters described the potential event as a “Trump-a-palooza” designed to showcase the administration’s accomplishments.
Despite the announcement, public opinion polling continues to show President Trump with low approval ratings.
Surveys indicate many Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy and issues related to affordability.
The full RNC membership approved the rule change unanimously during the general session on Friday
“Trump has historically low approval ratings because he has put America last, sold out working families to hand out favors to billionaires, and made life unaffordable,” Martin said.
The party holding the White House typically faces political headwinds during midterm elections.
In a separate statement to Fox News Digital, Gruters said the RNC’s winter meeting demonstrated party unity behind Trump.
Gruters said the convention would provide an opportunity to highlight policy achievements and energize Republican voters ahead of the midterms
Gruters said the RNC has focused on expanding fundraising, increasing voter turnout, and protecting ballot integrity ahead of the midterms.
Details regarding the date and location of the midterm convention have not yet been finalized.
A Republican source told Fox News the convention would likely coincide with the RNC’s summer meeting, which is typically held in August.