Former President Donald Trump has extended his lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in the Polymarket odds for the 2024 presidential election.
What Happened: The latest odds show the former President with a 66.1% chance of winning, while Harris stands at 33.9%.
These odds have fluctuated following recent developments, including Trump's interview on "The Joe Rogan Experience" and controversial remarks made by his supporters at campaign events.
On Sunday, Trump pledged to give Robert F. Kennedy Jr. extensive authority over health, food, and medicine policy if he wins a second term.
Speaking at a Madison Square Garden rally, Trump promised Kennedy, who recently endorsed his campaign, significant influence in these areas, with the exception of oil, which Trump referred to as "liquid gold."
Kennedy, a known critic of vaccines and processed foods, has become an increasingly visible figure in Trump's campaign, spearheading the "Make America Healthy Again" initiative.
This move has sparked both enthusiasm and criticism, especially from Kennedy's family, who have expressed disappointment with his alignment with Trump.
Another incident affecting the campaign's tone involves comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, known for his show “Kill Tony,” who made derogatory remarks about Puerto Rico and Latinos at a Trump rally.
Hinchcliffe's comments, including calling Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage," have faced backlash from Democratic representatives and the Harris campaign.
Rep. Ritchie Torres condemned the comments, calling them offensive, while Harris highlighted her own outreach efforts to the Puerto Rican community during a visit to Philadelphia.
The Polymarket odds reflect Trump's current momentum, but the race remains contentious, with many variables influencing public sentiment.
Harris's campaign has focused on addressing issues such as healthcare and disaster response, particularly Puerto Rico's recovery from recent hurricanes—a region that was criticized for receiving inadequate aid from the Trump administration after Hurricane Maria in 2017.
As the race continues, both candidates are expected to increase their outreach to pivotal voter demographics, including Latino communities in battleground states like Pennsylvania.
Trump’s lead is mirrored on other prediction platforms, where he continues to gain traction.
His increasing odds come amid his efforts to broaden his appeal by appearing on non-traditional media platforms, like Joe Rogan's podcast, which has a substantial young male audience.
Analysts point out that this strategy could help Trump solidify support among independent and undecided voters who favor unconventional platforms over mainstream media.
What’s Next: The influence of digital platforms on election predictions will be explored at the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event on Nov. 19.
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