Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are effectively tied in the final stretch of the election campaign, according to a national poll by the New York Times and Siena College.
The poll shows Trump with a narrow 48%-47% lead over Harris, a gap within the three-percentage point margin of error, indicating either candidate could win in the November 5 election.
In key battleground states, a CBS/YouGov poll reveals similarly tight races. Harris leads slightly in Michigan (50%-49%) and Wisconsin (51%-49%) and is tied with Trump in Pennsylvania.
The NYT poll highlights that many voters are still forming opinions on Harris, with 28% seeking more information about her, compared to just 9% for Trump, whose supporters remain steadfast.
Tuesday’s presidential debate could be pivotal, as it presents Harris with an opportunity to outline her policies and sway undecided voters. The debate’s impact could be critical given the race’s closeness.
Jen O’Malley Dillon, Harris’s campaign chair, emphasized the importance of every vote, noting that the electoral college traditionally favors Republicans. She pointed to the razor-thin margins in battleground states and stressed the need for continued fundraising and campaign efforts.
While Harris holds an advantage on issues like mental fitness, the economy remains a strong factor in Trump’s favor, particularly among white, non-college educated voters, who back him for creating economic opportunities.
In past polling, Harris has shown slight leads in crucial swing states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, where the outcome could determine the election’s final result.
