Vice President Kamala Harris faces mounting challenges in her presidential campaign as recent polling figures reveal a significant shift in voter sentiment.
According to Right News Wire, NBC News polling expert Steve Kornacki highlighted concerning trends for the Harris campaign, noting a series of polls showing movement toward Trump in the final stretch of the presidential race.
The analysis comes at a crucial time in the election cycle, following Harris's unexpected elevation to the Democratic nominee in September. Her initial surge in popularity after replacing Biden had given Democrats renewed optimism about their chances in November. The transition brought a temporary boost in national polling, with Harris briefly overtaking Trump in early August and maintaining momentum through the presidential debate.
Recent polling data from multiple sources indicates a notable change in the campaign's trajectory. Four major polls released within days of each other demonstrate a consistent pattern favoring Trump. The shift, while subtle, carries significant implications in such a closely contested race.
NBC's polling expert Kornacki presented data showing Trump leading by two points in the CNBC poll and three points in The Wall Street Journal survey. Both The New York Times and CNN polls indicated a tied race, marking a departure from Harris's previous advantage.
These numbers represent a marked contrast to the campaign's earlier stages when Harris enjoyed a considerable polling advantage. The trend suggests a broader movement toward Trump as Election Day approaches, with an NBC poll showing a 1.8% gain for Trump over a two-week period.
The Vice President's personal approval ratings have become a point of concern for Democratic strategists. Prior to becoming the nominee, Harris held the distinction of being one of the least popular vice presidents in modern polling history.
Initial favorable media coverage and limited public exposure after replacing Biden temporarily boosted her numbers. However, increased public scrutiny and campaign appearances have coincided with declining favorability ratings. CNBC's latest poll shows Harris with 42% positive and 48% negative ratings.
Steve Kornacki observed:
One thing we have noticed in the last couple of days, this is not all of the polls that are out there now, but we have seen a number – four in the last four days – that have shown very small, but in the context of this close race, potentially meaningful movement in Trump's direction.
The initial enthusiasm surrounding Harris's nomination has faced significant headwinds. Democratic strategists are grappling with the challenge of maintaining voter engagement while addressing declining approval numbers. The campaign's trajectory has shifted dramatically from its September peak.
The timing of this polling shift proves particularly challenging, coming in the final weeks before Election Day. Campaign analysts note that late-stage momentum often carries outsized importance in close elections. The data suggests a tightening race with Trump gaining ground in crucial swing states.
Recent polling data reveals Vice President Kamala Harris facing significant challenges in her presidential campaign, with multiple surveys showing momentum shifting toward former President Donald Trump. The shift comes after Harris replaced President Biden as the Democratic nominee in September, initially experiencing a surge in popularity that has since waned.
The campaign enters its final phase with renewed uncertainty as four major polls from CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and CNN all indicate movement toward Trump. Harris's favorability ratings have declined from net positive to negative, with current figures showing 42% positive and 48% negative, suggesting potential challenges in voter perception as Election Day approaches.
