Kamala Harris pushes for another Donald Trump debate

Summary

With just 43 days until Election Day, new polling shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump by four points nationally and two points in key battleground states. Both candidates are focusing heavily on Pennsylvania, with its 19 crucial electoral votes. While Trump holds events in Pennsylvania and Indiana, Harris challenges him to a second debate. Trump has declined for now, citing his previous debates and numerous rallies, but Harris continues to push for more direct discussions on policies and issues before the election.

Takeaways

• 📊 Vice President Kamala Harris has gained a slight edge over former President Donald Trump in national polls.
• 🏆 Harris leads Trump by 4 points nationally and 2 points in key battleground states.
• 🇺🇸 Donald Trump is focusing on Pennsylvania, holding events there and in Indiana.
• 🗣️ Harris is challenging Trump to a second debate, emphasizing the need for discussions on policies and plans.
• 🤔 Trump has so far declined the debate offer, stating that voters already know him well.
• 🎯 Pennsylvania’s 19 electoral votes are crucial for both candidates, and could determine the election outcome.
• 🔍 Polls from the New York Times and Siena College show Trump leading Harris in some Sun Belt battleground states.
• 🦅 Trump won Pennsylvania in 2016 but lost it in 2020, making it a key focus for his campaign.
• 🐔 Harris' team is trying to pressure Trump into another debate, with campaigns featuring billboards and even a chicken costume.
• 🗳️ Despite the debates, voter opinions have not shifted significantly, as both candidates are already well-known to the public.

Q & A

How far away is Election Day from the time this transcript was created?

Election Day is 43 days away from the time of the transcript.

Who is leading in the CBS News national polling between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump?

Kamala Harris is leading Donald Trump by four points nationally.

What is Kamala Harris's lead in key battleground states according to the CBS News polling?

Kamala Harris has a two-point lead over Donald Trump in key battleground states.

What is Donald Trump's campaign schedule for the day?

Donald Trump will be holding an event in Smithston, Pennsylvania, in the afternoon and later a rally in Indiana.

What did Kamala Harris challenge Donald Trump to do during her remarks in New York?

Kamala Harris challenged Donald Trump to participate in a second debate, stating that there is more to talk about and that voters deserve to hear about policies and plans.

What is the significance of Pennsylvania in this election?

Pennsylvania, with 19 electoral votes, is a key battleground state. Both Trump and Harris are focusing on it, as it could help either candidate secure enough votes to win the election.

Why is Pennsylvania important to Donald Trump specifically?

Donald Trump won Pennsylvania in 2016 but lost it in 2020. He is trying to regain support in the state, which could be critical for his campaign if he wins other battleground states.

Has Donald Trump agreed to a second debate with Kamala Harris?

No, Donald Trump has declined to participate in a second debate with Kamala Harris, stating that the American people already know who he is and that he doesn’t need another debate.

How has Kamala Harris's campaign reacted to Trump's refusal for a second debate?

Kamala Harris’s campaign and the DNC have been pushing for another debate, even using billboards and a chicken costume around Trump’s events to challenge him to face her on the debate stage.

What does Trump believe about the impact of debates on voters' opinions?

Trump seems to believe that debates don’t significantly change voters' opinions, as voters are already familiar with him and his positions.