With only two days left until the U.S. presidential election, both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are actively campaigning in crucial swing states. They both recently visited North Carolina, underscoring how pivotal a few key states may be in determining the election outcome. Here’s a look at what the polls indicate and each candidate’s recent activities.
Latest Polls
National polling from FiveThirtyEight shows Harris narrowly ahead of Trump by a margin of 1% (47.9% to 46.9%), but this slim lead falls within the margin of error. Neither candidate has reached the 50% mark, reflecting the tightness of the race.
In critical “Blue Wall” states:
- Pennsylvania: Trump leads by 0.3% (47.9% to 47.6%).
- Michigan and Wisconsin: Harris holds a slight edge of 1%.
In other battlegrounds:
- Trump leads by 1% in Nevada, 2% in Georgia and North Carolina, and 3% in Arizona.
- In Iowa, Harris leads Trump by 3 points (47% to 44%), according to a poll from the Des Moines Register. This represents a shift, as Trump had previously won Iowa in 2016 and 2020. Harris’s support in Iowa has grown among older female and independent voters, while Trump faces reduced support within his Republican base.
Harris’s Campaign Moves
In Charlotte, North Carolina, Harris rallied with musical icons Jon Bon Jovi and Khalid, before making a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live in New York. Harris’s campaign continues to target young voters, encouraging them to vote on issues like gun violence and climate action. Her campaign speeches have consistently critiqued Trump as self-serving, while contrasting her own goals for governance.
When pro-Palestinian protesters interrupted her speech, Harris addressed the audience’s concerns, calling for an end to conflict in the Middle East and a return of American hostages.
Trump’s Campaign Focus
In Virginia and North Carolina, Trump has reiterated his “America First” stance, focusing on immigration. His recent speeches include claims, though unfounded, about Congolese migrants being sent from prisons to the U.S. Trump also targeted non-white voters with his message, suggesting unrestricted immigration could erode the political power of Black communities.
Final Campaign Plans
- Harris: Over the next two days, Harris will campaign in Michigan and Pennsylvania, particularly targeting cities like Allentown, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia.
- Trump: Trump will be in Pennsylvania and North Carolina, with final rallies scheduled for Kinston and Raleigh, North Carolina.
As the election approaches, both candidates aim to secure votes in battleground states, making it one of the most competitive election cycles in recent years.
