Poll Reveals Economic Advantage for Republicans
A surprising new poll indicates that Democrats are still struggling with economic issues, which caught the attention of CNN analyst Harry Enten on Monday.
Enten, known for his data-driven insights, expressed his astonishment that despite widespread concerns about a potential recession, fluctuations in the stock market, and President Trump’s controversial tariff strategies, the gap between Republicans and Democrats remains unbridged—especially on what voters consider the most critical issue.
“You’d think Democrats would have a significant lead on the economy. But that’s just not the case!” Enten remarked, referencing fresh CNN polling data showing that Republicans still enjoy a clear advantage over Democrats. In fact, Republicans had an eight-point lead among respondents when asked which party aligned more closely with their financial perspectives.
Enten also noted that this poll was just shy of the findings from November 2023, which indicated an 11-point advantage for Republicans.
“What’s happening here, Democrats?” he questioned incredulously.
“How can it be that, even after all these economic fears—the tariffs that many Americans disapprove of, and the tumultuous state of the stock market—Republicans still hold an eight-point lead on economic issues? It’s baffling,” he continued.
The analyst pointed out even grimmer data for Democrats from other polls, citing a recent Reuters/Ipsos survey that shows Republicans expanding their margins on economic concerns under Trump.
“Barely a year ago, Republicans had a nine-point advantage right before Trump took office. Now, in May 2025, they’re up to a 12-point lead when it comes to being perceived as having a better economic plan,” Enten explained.
He further underscored that this shift comes amid ongoing economic uncertainty where, surprisingly, Democrats have seen their standing drop by 12 points.
He pointed out that these polls indicate a significant shift from a time when Democrats had a 23-point advantage in 1989, which has dwindled to a mere four-point lead by 2022.
Enten concluded, “This really highlights a persistent issue for Democrats. They’ve historically been seen as the party for middle-class issues. It seems Trump and the Republicans have effectively taken that label away.”
