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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump See Surge in Favorability Ahead of Tight Presidential Race

Both candidates have experienced significant increases in their favorability ratings as the election approaches, with Harris benefiting from Biden's exit and Trump surviving assassination attempts.

Vice President Kamala Harris boards Air Force Two in Queens, New York, on September 22, 2024.
FILE PHOTO: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. August 20, 2024 and former U.S. President Donald Trump in Bedminster, New Jersey, U.S., August 15, 2024 are seen in a combination of file photographs. REUTERS/Marco Bello, Jeenah Moon/File Photo/File Photo
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U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris

Overview

  • Kamala Harris' favorability rating jumped 16 points since July, reaching 48%, while Trump's favorability increased by 5 points to 46%.
  • Harris has gained notable support among Black and Latino voters, demographics where Biden previously struggled.
  • Trump dispelled rumors about running for re-election in 2028, stating he would not run again if he loses this year.
  • Polls show Harris closing the gap on economic issues, with some surveys even showing her leading Trump on who voters trust more with the economy.
  • Pennsylvania is seen as a crucial battleground state, with Harris needing to secure substantial margins in urban areas to counter Trump's rural support.