Harris increases polling lead nationally, but battlegrounds still tight

Summary

With six weeks until Election Day 2024, a new CBS News poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris gaining momentum nationally against former President Donald Trump, though the race remains tight in key battleground states. Major issues include reproductive rights, with Trump standing firm on leaving abortion laws to the states, and Harris criticizing his role in the overturning of Roe v. Wade. While abortion is important to voters, the economy remains the top concern. The country is divided on immigration, and many fear the worsening political climate and potential for violence as the election nears.

Takeaways

• 🗳️ There are 6 weeks until election day and voting has already begun in some states.
• 📈 Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining national momentum over former President Donald Trump according to a new CBS News poll.
• 🏭 In the battleground states, the situation is different, with neither candidate having a clear edge.
• 🔄 Former President Trump maintains his stance on reproductive rights, emphasizing state control over abortion laws.
• 👎 Vice President Harris criticizes Trump's appointment of Supreme Court Justices that contributed to the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
• 🤰 A significant 52% of likely voters say abortion will be a major factor in their presidential vote.
• 💼 The economy is the top concern for 88% of voters, with 59% believing it's in bad shape.
• 📊 Harris is making up ground with voters concerned about the economy, but 59% still favor Trump.
• 🌐 There is a sharp divide among Americans on immigration, with Trump winning support from those who believe immigrants commit more crimes or take jobs from citizens.
• 🏆 Harris gains support from voters who believe immigrants take jobs Americans won't do and those who see immigrants as part of what makes America special.
• ⚔️ A majority of registered voters feel that the tone of politics has worsened and fear an increase in political violence regardless of the election outcome.

Q & A

What is the current status of the 2024 election campaign?

Voting is already underway in a handful of states, and there are six weeks left until Election Day.

How is Vice President Kamala Harris performing nationally in the polls compared to former President Donald Trump?

A new CBS News poll shows that Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum nationally over former President Donald Trump.

How do the candidates compare in battleground states?

In battleground states, neither Trump nor Harris has a clear edge, with the race remaining very close.

What issue is former President Trump focusing on in his campaign?

Former President Trump is focusing on reproductive rights, particularly highlighting that the issue of abortion has been returned to the states after the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

How has Kamala Harris responded to Trump's stance on reproductive rights?

Kamala Harris has criticized Trump, focusing on the fact that he appointed three Supreme Court Justices who contributed to overturning Roe v. Wade.

What percentage of likely voters say abortion will be a major factor in their vote for president?

52% of likely voters say that abortion will be a major factor in their vote for president.

What issue is considered the most important by the majority of voters?

88% of likely voters say the economy is the most important issue in their vote for president.

How are voters split on the issue of immigration?

Voters are sharply divided on immigration. Trump has strong support from those who believe immigrants commit more crimes and take jobs from citizens, while Harris has support from those who think immigrants fill jobs Americans won't do and contribute to what makes America special.

What do voters think about the current political climate in the U.S.?

A majority of registered voters believe that the tone and tenor of politics in the country has worsened.

What concerns do voters have about political violence?

Voters are concerned that the threat of political violence may increase, regardless of which side wins the election.

Outlines

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🏆 Election Battle Intensifies

As the 2024 election approaches, voting has already begun with six weeks left until Election Day. A CBS News poll indicates that Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum nationally against former President Donald Trump. However, the situation is less clear in the battleground states. Both candidates are emphasizing their policies on key issues such as reproductive rights and immigration. Trump remains firm on his stance, especially regarding abortion, which he believes should be left to the states. Harris, on the other hand, criticizes Trump for appointing Supreme Court Justices who contributed to the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The economy and immigration are also significant issues, with voters' opinions sharply divided. The poll shows that 52% of likely voters consider abortion a major factor in their presidential vote, while 88% prioritize the economy. Trump leads among voters who believe immigrants commit more crimes or take jobs from citizens, whereas Harris is favored by those who think immigrants take jobs Americans won't do or contribute positively to America. The political climate is perceived as worsening, with an increased fear of political violence regardless of the election outcome.

Keywords

💡Campaign Trail

The 'Campaign Trail' refers to the period and activities during which political candidates travel around their constituencies or the country to campaign for votes. In the context of the video, it signifies the ongoing efforts by Vice President Kamla Harris and former President Donald Trump to secure votes leading up to Election Day.

💡Election Day

Election Day is the designated day on which general elections are held to elect public officials. The script mentions '6 weeks until Election Day,' indicating the countdown to the crucial date when voters will make their final decisions.

💡Battleground States

Battleground States, also known as swing states, are those that could vote for either the Democratic or Republican candidate. They are often the focus of intense campaigning because they can tip the balance in a close election. The script discusses how candidates' stances on issues play out differently in these states.

💡Reproductive Rights

Reproductive Rights encompass the legal rights and access to contraception and safe abortion. The script highlights this as a contentious issue with Trump advocating for state control over abortion and Harris criticizing this stance, especially after the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

💡Roe v. Wade

Roe v. Wade is a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion across the United States. The script mentions it in the context of being overturned by a conservative Supreme Court majority, which includes justices appointed by Trump, affecting the current political discourse.

💡Supreme Court Justices

Supreme Court Justices are the members of the highest court in the United States, with the power to interpret the Constitution and make decisions that affect federal law. The script refers to Trump's appointment of three justices, which has influenced the court's conservative shift.

💡Economy

The economy is a term that broadly refers to the production, distribution, and trade of goods and services in an area. The script indicates that the economy is a top concern for voters, with the vice president trying to address economic issues to gain support.

💡Immigration

Immigration is the process of moving to a new country with the intention of residing there. The script presents differing views on immigration, with Trump's supporters associating immigrants with crime and job loss, while Harris's supporters see immigrants as filling jobs and contributing positively to America.

💡Political Violence

Political Violence refers to the use of force or the threat of force in politics, often to intimidate or coerce others. The script suggests that a majority of registered voters are concerned about an increase in political violence, reflecting the tense political climate.

💡Poll

A poll is a survey of public opinion, used to gauge support for political candidates or issues. The script mentions a CBS News poll that shows Harris gaining momentum nationally but not in the battleground states, indicating the fluctuating dynamics of the election.

💡Voter

A voter is a person entitled to vote in an election. The script emphasizes the importance of voter turnout, especially in battleground states, as it can significantly influence the outcome of the election.

Highlights

6 weeks until election day and voting is already underway in some states.

CBS News poll shows Vice President Kamla Harris gaining momentum nationally over former President Donald Trump.

In battleground states, neither Trump nor Harris has a clear edge.

Focus remains on hot button issues such as reproductive rights, economy, and immigration.

Trump maintains his stance on reproductive rights, suggesting states should decide.

Harris criticizes Trump for appointing Supreme Court Justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

52% of likely voters say abortion will be a major factor in their presidential vote.

88% of voters consider the economy as the most important issue.

Harris is making up ground with voters concerned about the economy.

59% of voters still think the economy is bad.

Americans are sharply divided on immigration issues.

Trump wins support from voters who believe immigrants commit more crimes.

Harris wins support from voters who think immigrants take jobs Americans won't do.

A majority of registered voters feel the tone of politics has worsened.

There is concern that the threat of political violence might increase regardless of the election outcome.

The importance of getting out the vote in battleground states is emphasized.

Transcripts

to the campaign Trail now 2024 there's 6

weeks until election day voting is

already underway and a handful of States

tonight a new CBS News poll shows vice

president kamla Harris gaining momentum

nationally over former president Donald

Trump but it's a different story in the

Battleground States let's check in with

cbs's Skylar Henry for more on that

Skyler good evening hey Jerica good

evening to you yeah that poll shows

neither Trump nor Harris has a clear

Edge right now the two candidates are

spelling out their policies in the

Battleground States as the focus remains

on several hot button

issues former president Trump isn't

wavering on his stance on Reproductive

Rights speaking to supporters in the

Battleground state of North Carolina

Saturday women will be happy healthy

confident and free you will no longer be

thinking about abortion because it is

now where it always had to be with the

states it's an issue his opponent vice

president and kamla Harris has pounced

on considering Trump appointed the three

Supreme Court Justices part of the

conservative majority that overturned

roie Wade and these

Hypocrites want to start talking about

this is in the best interest of women

and children well where you been where

you been a new CBS News poll shows 52%

of likely voters say abortion will be a

major factor in their vote for president

though 88% say the economy holds the

most weight the vice president is

narrowing her deficit with Trump among

those concerned about the economy though

59% still think it's bad the poll also

found Americans position on immigration

sharply divided I don't care who we are

live in a city of 4,000 people and you

bring in 2500 migrants overnight into

one place there are going to be problems

Trump wins with 83% of Voters who

believe immigrants commit more crimes

and 80% of those who think immigrants

take jobs from citizens Harris wins with

65% of Voters who think immigrants feel

jobs Americans won't do and 74% of those

who say they're part of what makes

America special it's neck and neck and

we just need to get the vote out in the

states that matter to be able to make

sure that we can move forward rather

than backward as a country a majority of

registered voters also feel as if the

tone and tenor of politics in the

country has gotten worse they also say

they think the threat of political

violence might increase regardless of

which side wins shica so much to

consider Skyler thank you