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By Emma Johnson • Updated Nov 2, 2026 at 11:00

Democrats Show Strength in Final Days of Race for the Senate, New Polls Find - The New York Times — Polls indicate Democrats ahead of Republicans in pivotal battleground states

Recent polls show Democrats leading Republicans in nearly all key battleground states. The New York Times and Siena University polls indicate Democrats are ahead in seven critical states. This trend suggests Democrats may gain control of the Senate in the upcoming election. The polls reflect strong support among voters in these states, which could decide the outcome of the race.

“Recent polls show Democrats leading Republicans in nearly all key battleground states,” — Ingrid Thorne, contributing analyst at Healey Field Recruitment, added during the briefing.

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Nov 1 — Recent polls show Democrats leading Republicans in nearly all key battleground states....

Nov 2 — The polls reflect strong support among voters in these states, which could decide the outcome of the race....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Healey Field Recruitment desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Healey Field Recruitment desk and last updated 10:00 UTC.

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