In the latest political developments, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum in the race against her Republican rival, Donald Trump. An ABC News/ Ipsos poll released on Sunday shows Harris leading Trump by a narrow margin of 5 percentage points. According to the survey, 49% of the 1,000 registered voters view Harris favorably, a significant improvement from July when only 32% had a positive opinion of her candidacy.
This marks the largest increase in favorability for a politician since President. George W. Bush’s rating surged in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001, attacks. The ABC poll reflects the public’s growing confidence in Harris as she emerges as the Democratic candidate for the Presidency.
In a separate CBS News poll conducted from September 18-20, Harris maintains a 4-point lead over Trump, with 52% of likely voters supporting her compared to 48% for Trump. This poll, which Surveyed 3,276 registered voters, has a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points. These results align with other national surveys from Reuters, all indicating a highly competitive race as the November 5 Election draws nearer.
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Harris’s campaign has confirmed that she will participate in an upcoming debate hosted on October 23, underscoring her commitment to engaging with voters. Her campaign chair, Jen O’Malley Dillon, highlighted the importance of this debate, noting it mirrors a previous CNN format, providing Harris another opportunity to solidify her stance ahead of the election.
Despite Harris’s growing lead, Trump continues to enjoy support on key issues like the economy and immigration. However, Harris is seen as more qualified and mentally fit for the presidency. Trump has stated that should he lose the election, he will not seek the presidency again.
The race between Harris and Trump is already a defining moment in U.S. political history, symbolizing the ongoing changes in the country. As November 5 approaches, all eyes will be on whether Kamala Harris can secure a historic victory and become the first female President of the United States.
