Vice President Kamala Harris is leading her Republican rival Donald Trump by a slim margin of 46% to 43%, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.
What Happened: The poll, conducted over six days, shows a tight race with Harris maintaining a slight edge similar to a previous poll. The survey indicates that the electorate remains largely dissatisfied, with many believing the nation is on the wrong path, Reuters reported on Tuesday.
According to Reuters, the poll reveals that 70% of registered voters feel the cost of living is problematic, while 60% are concerned about the economy, and 65% about immigration policies. Voters tend to prefer Trump’s stance on the economy and immigration.
Despite Trump’s advantage on economic issues, Harris leads on addressing political extremism and threats to democracy, as well as on abortion and healthcare policies. The poll suggests a highly competitive race as the November 5 election approaches.
Voter enthusiasm appears higher than in the 2020 election, with 79% of registered voters, including majorities of both Democrats and Republicans, expressing certainty about voting. The poll’s margin of error is 2 percentage points.
Why It Matters: The latest poll results come amid a fluctuating political landscape. Just days prior, Trump had overtaken Harris in key battleground states, according to a Decision Desk HQ/The Hill forecast. This shift marked a significant change from late August when Harris was leading. By mid-October, predictions showed an equal likelihood for either candidate to win, with Trump eventually taking the lead on October 20.
Additionally, prediction market traders have shown Trump with a substantial lead over Harris, with Polymarket giving him a 61.3% chance of winning. This increase in odds followed Trump’s unconventional campaign strategy, including a recent appearance at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Pennsylvania. This dynamic highlights the volatility and competitiveness of the upcoming election.
Check This Out:
- Lawmakers Made Huge Investments This Year. Get Tips On What They Bought And Sold Ahead Of The 2024 Election With Our Easy-to-Use Tool
Image via Shutterstock
This story was generated using Benzinga Neuro and edited by Pooja Rajkumari
© 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Comments
Trade confidently with insights and alerts from analyst ratings, free reports and breaking news that affects the stocks you care about.
