Poll: Americans are anxious, pessimistic and deeply unhappy with Trump ahead of the midterms

What happened: A poll released weeks before Election Day found that 71% of U.S. adults think the country is on the "wrong track," with Americans described as anxious, pessimistic and deeply unhappy with Trump. Key numbers: 71% of U.S. adults say the country is on the "wrong track." Why it matters: The poll captures public sentiment ahead of the midterms, with the share saying the country is on the wrong track far exceeding the remainder.

A poll released weeks before Election Day found that 71% of U.S. adults think the country is on the "wrong track," with Americans described as anxious, pessimistic and deeply unhappy with Trump.

The poll captures public sentiment ahead of the midterms, with the share saying the country is on the wrong track far exceeding the remainder.