US: Trump approval slips to 32% in Reuters/Ipsos poll ahead of midterm elections Democrats lead Republicans 46% to 38% when voters are asked which party they prefer to control Congress. Half of independent voters said they would vote against Trump, and 13% said they would vote for him. 78% said the rising cost of living is among the most prominent factors shaping their vote, with Democrats leading Republicans on the issue 43% to 32%.