New York: Vice President Kamala Harris has gained a narrow lead over former President Donald Trump in the latest US presidential race poll, just four weeks ahead of the election. The poll, conducted by Siena College in collaboration with The New York Times, shows Harris leading Trump 49 percent to 46 percent, highlighting the tight competition between the two candidates.
In the survey, voters credited Harris with being more representative of change and empathetic toward their concerns, but Trump still scored higher on leadership strength. This finding aligns with an aggregate of national polling from RealClearPolitics, which currently shows Harris with a slight two-point lead.
Both candidates are intensifying their efforts to appeal to undecided voters. Trump and Harris are locked in an intense fight in key battleground states, where the race remains even closer.
Harris Highlights Election Stakes
During a candid interview with radio host Howard Stern, Harris admitted to feeling the weight of the upcoming election. She stressed that the race represents a choice between “strength versus weakness,” criticizing Trump for not prioritizing the needs of the American people.
“I literally lose sleep… over what is at stake in this election,” Harris said, highlighting her concerns about the future of the country
Harris has made gains with Republicans, as the new poll shows nine percent of GOP voters now support her, up from five percent in September. She has also secured endorsements from over 200 former officials linked to prominent Republican figures like George W. Bush, John McCain, and Mitt Romney. Harris emphasized the importance of unity, stating, “We have to put country before party.”
Trump Fires Back
Trump responded with personal attacks, calling Harris a “very low intelligence person” and accusing her of mishandling the federal response to Hurricane Helene, despite her recent visit to the disaster zone. He continues to project an image of endurance, boasting about his non-stop campaign schedule on a podcast with conservative commentator Ben Shapiro.
The former president remains determined, stating, “I’ve worked about 28 days in a row… and I’m not taking any days off” as he approaches the final stretch before the election.
A Key Boost for Harris
In addition to the poll results, Harris received support from a pro-Palestinian group, Uncommitted, which had previously threatened to siphon votes from her in swing states like Michigan. While the group stopped short of endorsing Harris, it warned voters that a Trump presidency could “get worse,” potentially swaying voters in her favor.
As the election nears, both candidates are ramping up efforts to sway undecided voters, with the race remaining a critical test of leadership, empathy, and the future direction of the United States.
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