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.