Republican vice-presidential nominee JD Vance, appearing on “Fox News Sunday,” downplayed polls suggesting Vice President Kamala Harris has taken the lead nationally and in key battleground states. He argued that these polls were unreliable, pointing to their inaccuracies in the 2016 and 2020 elections.
Vance claimed that while Harris initially enjoyed a temporary surge in popularity, her momentum has since stalled. He cited internal data indicating Harris’s support has plateaued and suggested that even within the Harris campaign, concerns exist about her ability to address issues like inflation.
Vance’s skepticism towards the polls extended to a recent ABC News/Washington Post poll showing Harris with a 4-5 point lead over former President Trump nationally. He argued that this poll had proven inaccurate in past elections.
Despite the polls showing Harris with a lead in the national race and several battleground states, Vance insisted the Trump campaign was not overly concerned. He emphasized that the focus should be on getting the campaign’s message out to voters and encouraging them to turn out on Election Day.
He expressed confidence in the Trump campaign’s ability to win in November, stating, “If you see the numbers that we’re seeing, and you actually talk to the American people, I feel extremely confident we’re going to be in the right place come November.” Vance reiterated the need to focus on the campaign’s message rather than poll numbers.
Vance’s comments come as the presidential race enters its final months. The Trump campaign, facing a tight contest, has been focusing on attacking Harris’s record and emphasizing their own economic policies. The campaign’s strategy hinges on turning out their base of supporters and winning over undecided voters. The election is expected to be closely contested, and Vance’s comments highlight the importance of voter turnout and the campaign’s ability to connect with voters on key issues.
