Trump Gains Ground on Harris
It’s crunch time, folks! Things aren’t looking good for Kamala Harris. A new Fox News poll shows President Trump pulling ahead of her by 2 points among likely voters, just weeks before Election Day. With a 50-48% lead, Trump is gaining serious momentum, especially after Harris’s tense showdown with Bret Baier. Sure, the race is within the poll’s margin of error, but this shift toward Trump spells trouble for the Harris campaign as they scramble to catch up.
Shifting Demographics Favor Trump
The numbers tell a clear story. Trump’s support is surging among key demographics that Harris desperately needs. He has extended his lead among White voters to a solid 10-point advantage—up from just 4 points last month! That’s not all; he’s also seeing unprecedented support from senior voters and college graduates—two groups where he traditionally struggled. His backing from older Americans has hit a record high of 49%, and his support from college-educated voters is nearing 50%. This indicates that he’s successfully expanding his appeal across various segments of the population.
Harris Loses Support in Key Areas
Meanwhile, it looks like Harris is losing ground in Democratic strongholds. Her support among Black voters has dipped to just 67%, and the drop is particularly pronounced among Black men—a group her campaign can’t afford to lose if she wants any chance at victory.
Tense Interview Highlights Weaknesses
During her recent interview with Bret Baier, it was clear that Harris struggled to counter the narrative that the Biden-Harris administration is out of touch on crucial issues like immigration and public safety. Baier pressed her hard on everything—from their lenient immigration policies to her past support for controversial gender-affirming policies for inmates. You could see it in her face; she grew visibly frustrated as they began talking over each other—Harris appeared flustered and unprepared during what should have been an easy opportunity to connect with voters. That moment might be what many remember when they head to the polls.
The Enthusiasm Gap
Chris Anderson, a Democratic pollster, summed it up well: while Trump’s gains may seem subtle at first glance, they’re stacking up in ways that could be decisive come Election Day. Polls show enthusiasm among Trump supporters remains sky-high—with about 80% saying they’re genuinely voting for him rather than against Harris! In contrast, one-third of Harris’s own supporters admit they’re only backing her because they want to block Trump.
Swing States Leaning Toward Trump
With swing states like Pennsylvania now tilting toward Trump—and even forecasters like Nate Silver noting significant shifts in his favor—it seems clear that Kamala Harris faces an uphill battle ahead!
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