In Election 2025, the economy's still the main thing, according to the AP Voter Poll

Economic concerns, including inflation and job availability, were the primary issues for voters participating in recent elections in New Jersey, Virginia, California, and New York City. Despite a recovering stock market, persistent inflation and a slowdown in hiring have left many voters feeling anxious. A recent federal government shutdown further amplified this sense of economic uncertainty. While President Trump has focused on immigration and crime, the AP Voter Poll indicates these issues were not top concerns for most voters regarding their local communities. Instead, economic anxieties, such as property taxes in New Jersey and housing costs in New York City, and the impact of federal cuts in Virginia, were more pressing. The poll revealed that a majority of voters in these areas expressed anger or dissatisfaction with the country's direction. While many felt their personal finances were sta... download the app to read more