New CBS News Poll: Harris Takes National Lead, Narrows Gap in Key Battleground States Against Trump
New CBS News Poll: Harris Takes National Lead, Narrows Gap in Key Battleground States Against Trump
A recent CBS News poll reveals Vice President Kamala Harris has edged out Donald Trump nationally, securing a four-point lead, and has gained a slight advantage in critical battleground states. This shift comes amidst improving economic sentiment, with voters noting a decrease in interest rates and gas prices, factors that appear to be bolstering Harris’s support.
The poll, conducted from September 18-20, 2024, indicates that the 2024 presidential race remains highly competitive. Harris’s positive momentum is particularly strong among voters who view the national economy favorably and perceive their personal financial situations as improving. She also sees strong backing from those who believe gas prices are declining.
Despite these gains, a significant challenge for Harris persists: many voters still express dissatisfaction with the overall economic situation, and this demographic largely favors Trump. However, Harris has successfully reduced her deficit with Trump among voters who prioritize the economy as a major election factor.
The survey also highlights stark divisions within the electorate regarding candidate qualities and policies. Harris garners strong support from those who prioritize personal qualities, while voters focused on policy are evenly split. Trump’s base remains loyal, even approving of his controversial claims regarding immigrants, which most voters consider false.
Concerns about political rhetoric encouraging violence and threats to democracy are widespread, with many voters believing such rhetoric emanates from both sides. The poll suggests that a perceived assassination attempt against the former president may have galvanized some Trump supporters, though largely among those who already backed him in 2020.
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