Republicans have once again pulled ahead of Democrats on the two issues that matter most to voters: the economy and inflation. A new Napolitan News Survey revealed that the GOP holding an 8-point lead on economic management and a 6-point advantage on inflation—a sharp reversal from last month, when Democrats briefly led or tied in both categories during a flare-up over trade tariffs.
The results mark a return to form for Republicans, who held double-digit leads on these issues earlier this year. In January and February, the GOP led by as much as 10 points on the economy and 11 points on inflation. Analysts credit the rebound to a wave of voter optimism following President Trump’s newly announced trade agreement with China, which has been widely framed by the right as a win for American workers and supply chains.
The survey confirms inflation (29%) and the economy (25%) as voters’ top priorities—far outpacing secondary concerns like immigration and healthcare, which tied at 12%. Republicans maintain their dominant lead on immigration (R+16), while Democrats hold a consistent edge on healthcare (D+12).
When asked which party they trust most on their top concern, 42% named Republicans, narrowly edging out Democrats at 41%, with just 6% trusting both equally and 10% trusting neither. While the margin is slim, the results reflect a continued GOP advantage on kitchen-table issues—and a political terrain where economic performance may once again decide the outcome in 2026.
The poll arrives at a moment when Trump is working to ensure those margins break decisively in his favor. Chastened by the legislative paralysis of his first term, the president has already begun reshaping the midterm landscape—rolling out early endorsements, raising record sums, and shaping policy to protect vulnerable swing-district Republicans. Trump isn’t waiting for the midterms to define his presidency. This time, he’s trying to define the midterms themselves.
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