New Delhi: New polls released Saturday by The New York Times and Siena College show Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump in three pivotal battleground states—Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Harris leads Trump by a 50 percent to 46 percent margin in each state, signaling a significant shift in the political landscape as the November 5 election approaches. These states, crucial to securing victory under the US Electoral College system, had previously shown Trump either tied with or slightly ahead of President Joe Biden.However, Bidens recent withdrawal from the race and his endorsement of Harris has altered the dynamics, with Harris now gaining the upper hand. Despite this, the polls also highlight that Trump still holds an edge on key issues like the economy and immigration. Yet, Harris has a commanding 24-point lead on the issue of abortion, a topic that continues to resonate with many voters.Bidens runThe enthusiasm surrounding Harriss candidacy, especially after Bidens exit, has galvanized the Democratic base. Her recent announcement that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is her running mate has further energized the campaign, leading to a 10-point rise in Harriss favorability among registered voters in Pennsylvania within just a month.Trump and his running mate, J.D. Vance, have attempted various attacks to weaken Harriss appeal, but these efforts seem to be falling short. The polls indicate that voters view Harris as more intelligent and better suited to govern than Trump, with a stronger temperament for leadership. Conducted between August 5 and 9, the polls surveyed at least 600 likely voters in each state, reflecting a growing satisfaction among Democrats with their candidates, marking a 27-point increase in approval since May.
