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New polls indicate a notable drop in approval ratings for the Democratic Party, plunging to as low as 21% support. In stark contrast, Republicans have seen their approval ratings nearly double, clocking in around 40%. The generic ballot polls also show a seven-point advantage for Republicans, indicating a substantial shift in voter sentiment ahead of the midterm elections. This trend is particularly evident in traditionally Democratic strongholds like New York, where Republicans managed to gain 72,000 voters compared to the nearly 50,000 lost by Democrats in January.