Harris vs Trump: A Tight Race as Debate Night Approaches

With the US presidential election just around the corner, polls reveal a tight contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Following President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the race and endorsement of Harris, the dynamics have shifted, making the upcoming debate crucial.

Recent surveys show a close race. The New York Times/Sienna College poll has Trump narrowly leading Harris 48% to 47%, though the margin of error is 2.8 percentage points, indicating a near tie. In battleground states, the Washington Post reports Harris leading in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, while Trump maintains slim leads in Arizona, Georgia, and North Carolina.

Other polls, like Emerson College and Morning Consult, also show Harris slightly ahead of Trump. The FiveThirtyEight poll confirms Harris's lead with 47.1% to Trump’s 44.3%, while YouGov’s survey places Harris marginally ahead in Michigan and Wisconsin but with a deadlock in Pennsylvania.

As the debate looms, both candidates aim to sway undecided voters and strengthen their positions in pivotal swing states. The race remains fluid, and accurate polling will be critical in forecasting the final outcome.