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A blue wave is building - and Republicans are running out of time to stop it

2026 midterm elections polls show Democrats with an 8-point generic ballot lead. By most measures, Democrats have the upper hand in the House and a genuine opportunity in the Senate.

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Fox News· Oct 19, 9:00 AMA blue wave is building - and Republicans are running out of time to stop it

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