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New Polls Show Trump's 6-Point Lead Over Harris Post-Debate

Sep 13, 2024, 04:17 PM

New polling indicates that the recent debate had a small impact on the standings of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump with less than two months until Election Day. According to a post-debate poll by Redfield & Wilton, Harris holds 44% of the vote while Trump has 42%, with no significant change from the previous poll on August 29. The poll surveyed 2,500 respondents on September 12. Trump posted a confidential campaign memo revealing he gained 2 points after the debate. Additionally, Rasmussen Reports' daily tracker shows Trump has a 6-point lead over Harris post-debate. Opinions on the debate performance are mixed, with some commentators believing Trump won, while others argue Harris was more effective in discussing economic issues. Trump holds a 23-point edge over Harris on immigration and has picked up two points on the economy. Trump is campaigning in Western states, while Harris focuses on Pennsylvania.