Why Democrats Have Some Hope in a Pair of Red States
Summary
CNN's "One Thing Midterms" analyzes new polls showing Democrats gaining ground in Iowa and Ohio despite Trump's 2024 wins. The episode covers the fallout from a controversial steel plant announcement in Iowa and highlights economic anxiety and data center opposition driving voter sentiment. Polling director Janet Jesta breaks down the numbers, revealing tight Senate races and Democratic leads in both states' governorships, while also addressing methodological challenges in capturing "quiet" Trump supporters.
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