The dynamics of the US elections are undergoing a significant shift with Kamala Harris’s recent arrival on the campaign trail. Recent polls indicate a narrowing gap between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, who is now trailing closely behind the former president.
A Wall Street Journal survey shows Trump leading Harris by a narrow margin of 49% to 47%. This is a notable shift from earlier in the summer, when Trump had a six-point lead over Joe Biden. The competition is equally tight according to a New York Times/Siena College poll, where Trump holds a slight edge over Harris, with 48% to her 47%.
The latest surveys reveal a boost in support for Harris from her own party and non-white voters. A New York Times poll from a month ago highlighted that Biden had 59% support from Black voters. With Harris’s campaign, this support has surged to 69%. Additionally, Democratic popularity among Latin voters has increased from 45% to 57%.
Despite these gains, Trump continues to maintain a lead among registered voters, with 48% support compared to Harris’s 46%. This represents a substantial change from earlier in the year when Trump had a nine-point lead over Biden. The upcoming weeks are expected to be crucial as the race remains highly competitive.