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Democrats gain midterm edge, NPR poll shows. And, U.S. pauses 'Project Freedom'

NPR News · May 6, 2026, 11:32 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Democrats outpace Republicans in voter enthusiasm for the midterm elections, according to NPR's latest poll. And Trump says "Project Freedom" is paused because of progress toward an Iran agreement.

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