News A look at the polls ahead of the 2018 midterm elections shows tighter Democratic lead November 4, 2018November 5, 2018William Cummings, USA TODAYComments Off on A look at the polls ahead of the 2018 midterm elections shows tighter Democratic lead Although the president is not on the ballot, 38 percent of respondents to one poll said they plan to cast their vote to signal opposition to Trump.