Recent polls reveal a tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in key battleground states. In Wisconsin, a Fox News survey shows Trump leading Harris by a narrow margin of 1 point, with 50% support for Trump compared to 49% for Harris. This shift marks a significant change from previous polls where Joe Biden held a lead over Trump.
The poll highlights strong support for Trump among white men without college degrees, rural voters, and those prioritizing the economy and immigration. Harris, on the other hand, finds solid backing from urban voters, suburban women, and white voters with college degrees. Her personal favorability rating of 49% is higher than both Biden and Trump.
In Minnesota, Harris holds a 6-point advantage over Trump, with 52% to Trump’s 46%. The survey was conducted following the assassination attempt on Trump and Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race, endorsing Harris as the Democratic candidate. Harris’s lead in Minnesota is bolstered by strong support from urban voters, suburban women, and union households.
The economy remains the top issue for voters in both states, followed by abortion and immigration. Majorities of those prioritizing the economy and immigration back Trump, while those focusing on abortion overwhelmingly support Harris.
Despite differing levels of support across various demographics and issues, both Harris and Trump show potential pathways to victory in the upcoming election. As the campaign progresses, the candidates’ ability to address voter concerns on key issues will be crucial in determining the final outcome.
Perspective Supporting Harris’s Position:
Kamala Harris is favorably positioned in several polls, reflecting strong support among key demographics such as urban voters, suburban women, and white voters with college degrees
Harris’s personal favorability is higher than both Biden and Trump, suggesting a potential advantage in the upcoming election
The economy, abortion, and immigration are the top issues, with Harris holding a significant lead among voters prioritizing abortion
Perspective Supporting Trump’s Position:
Trump shows a competitive edge in key states like Wisconsin, with a slight lead over Harris in recent polls
Trump’s support among white men without college degrees, rural voters, and voters prioritizing the economy and immigration is substantial
There are concerns that Harris’s comments on Israel and her shift from a tough-on-crime prosecutor to a social justice advocate may be scrutinized and impact voter perception.