Warning sign for Harris in Pennsylvania; here's what a new poll says

Recent polling indicates a fierce and intense race for the presidency in Pennsylvania, which is a key battleground state. A new AARP survey shows Vice President Kamala Harris narrowly leading former President Donald Trump, with a haul of 49% over ...

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Harris has made some impressive gains in various demographics every since she joined the US poll race this year. Among voters aged 18-49, she leads Trump by 14 points, which is significant increase from Biden’s earlier performance, that saw him trailing by 1 point, according to a Politico report.

Additionally, Harris has turned around her relationship with independents, moving from a 6-point deficit under Biden to a 9-point lead against Trump. Moreover, Politico reports that she has outperformed Biden among women, suburban voters, and rural voters, indicating a broader coalition of support.

Polls suggests Harris is not popular with senior citizens

However, Harris faces a notable challenge with senior voters. Currently, she trails Trump among those aged 65 and older by 7 points, a shift from Biden’s narrower 1-point deficit in April. Republican pollster Bob Ward emphasized, “Harris' biggest weakness is older voters. It is the biggest share of the electorate, and she is behind.” Economic concerns seem to be a driving factor, as voters aged 50 and up who prioritize inflation and high prices overwhelmingly favor Trump, giving him a whopping 54-point lead.


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The poll also reveals a stark gender divide, with Harris leading among women by 19 points while Trump holds a 16-point advantage among men. Notably, the candidates are tied among women aged 50 and older. This gender gap underscores the complexities of the race as both candidates seek to secure key voting blocs.

What are the latest polls claiming?

Early voting trends in Pennsylvania suggest that the GOP faces massive challenges, with Democrats claiming significantly more mail ballots, which is a whopping 881,000, compared to the Republicans’ 373,000. This disparity may affect the voter turnout dynamics this November

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Despite Harris's narrow lead in some polls, including a recent Fox News poll showing her at 50% to Trump's 48%, other surveys indicate a tighter race, with some suggesting a statistical tie. The Emerson College Polling survey reported equal support at 48% for both candidates among likely voters.

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