The race for the White House is heating up, with recent polls indicating a tight contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. The surveys, released on Thursday, reveal a close battle both nationally and in crucial battleground states, particularly Pennsylvania.
A joint poll conducted by The New York Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Siena College found that Harris and Trump are locked in a dead heat, each garnering 47% support among likely voters nationwide. The survey, conducted between September 11th and 16th, polled 2,437 likely voters and has a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points.
Pennsylvania, a key swing state, also presents a close race. The Times poll showed Harris holding a slight lead over Trump, with 50% support compared to Trump’s 46%, although this difference falls within the margin of error of plus or minus 3.8 percentage points.
A separate poll by The Washington Post, focusing on Pennsylvania voters, also revealed a tight race. Among 1,003 likely and registered voters surveyed from September 12th to 16th, Harris edged out Trump by just one point, garnering 48% support compared to Trump’s 47%. This difference falls within the poll’s margin of error of plus or minus 3.6 percentage points.
The Post poll highlighted the importance of protecting American democracy as a key issue in this election, with voters divided on which candidate would be better suited to the task. The survey found that 48% of voters chose Harris, while 45% selected Trump.
In a significant development for both campaigns, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced that they would not endorse either candidate. Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien stated that neither major candidate was able to make serious commitments to the union to ensure the interests of working people were prioritized over Big Business.
As the campaign enters the final stretch, the race for the presidency remains fluid. Both candidates are focusing on key issues that resonate with voters, including the economy, abortion, immigration, and the protection of American democracy. The outcome of this election will be closely watched, especially in battleground states that could decide the fate of the presidency in November.
