Kamala Harris Gains Slight Lead Over Donald Trump Nationally and in Battleground States

Sep 23, 2024, 07:15 PM

Recent polls indicate that Vice President Kamala Harris has gained a slight lead over former President Donald Trump nationally and in several battleground states as the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election approaches. According to CBS News, Harris leads Trump by 4 points nationally. NBC News reports that Harris holds a 49%-44% lead over Trump, which is within the margin of error. Polymarket data shows Harris at 52% and Trump at 47% in prediction markets. Harris also leads in key swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin, with a 66-34% and 58-42% chance of winning, respectively. However, Trump maintains an edge in Arizona, Georgia, and North Carolina, leading Harris by 5 points in Arizona, 4 points in Georgia, and 2 points in North Carolina. The race remains highly competitive, with Harris having a narrow lead in overall electoral projections. NBC and CBS polls show Harris gaining ground, while a Harvard youth poll indicates she leads Trump by 31 points among young voters. Additionally, Harris leads Trump 53%-46% in Wisconsin.