With the US presidential election just two months away, recent polls reveal a tight contest between Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump and Democratic candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris.
A survey by The New York Times and Siena College shows Trump holding a narrow lead with 48 percent, just one percentage point ahead of Harris. However, when averaging polls nationwide, Harris has slightly edged ahead with 49 percent, giving her a 2-point lead over Trump.
The competitive nature of the race is underscored as both candidates prepare for their first televised debate on September 10, scheduled to be held at ABC News studios in New York. This debate is expected to be a crucial moment for both candidates as they seek to sway voters ahead of the November 5 election.
Nearly 30 percent of respondents admitted they were not well-informed about Harris’s political stance, which may present challenges for her in solidifying her platform with voters. In contrast, a majority of voters feel they have a clear understanding of Trump’s political views.
As the election nears, both candidates are expected to ramp up their campaigns, focusing on key battleground states and undecided voters who could determine the outcome of the race.
