Global Politics Report Editorial

Dems have edge in midterms, poll shows. And, Paramount-Warner Bros. merger to close

Polls are showing that Democrats have a clear advantage heading into the midterms, but that doesn't tell the whole story. And, today, a mega merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. is set to close.

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Source: NPR Politics

Politics desk: Election

Published: Oct. 06, 2026 at 07:19 AM ET

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Original source: NPR Politics