Reed Comfortably Leads in U.S. Senate Election, Foulkes Expands Lead in RI Gubernatorial Primary 4/23/2026

Authors

• UNH Survey Center

Abstract

Incumbent Senator Jack Reed is the clear favorite in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate and leads prospective Republican challenger Raymond McKay in a general election matchup. Helena Foulkes has increased her lead over incumbent Governor Dan McKee in the race for the Democratic nomination for Rhode Island governor. Three-quarters of Rhode Islanders disapprove of McKee's job performance, with particularly low marks given to his handling of roads and bridges, the cost of living, and the economy. Rhode Islanders have a generally poor understanding of two possible ballot measures which would create new constitutional rights in the state. Housing, jobs or the economy, or the cost of living are mentioned by half of state residents as the most important problem facing Rhode Island.

Department

Ocean State Poll

Publication Date

4-23-2026

Document Type

Report

Recommended Citation

UNH Survey Center, "Reed Comfortably Leads in U.S. Senate Election, Foulkes Expands Lead in RI Gubernatorial Primary 4/23/2026" (2026). All UNH Survey Center Polls. 946.
https://scholars.unh.edu/survey_center_polls/946