Investing.com: Kamala Harris Overtakes Donald Trump in Latest Poll - Analysis & Predictions
In a recent Wall Street Journal poll, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has taken a slight lead over Republican rival Donald Trump. Harris is currently leading with 48% approval compared to Trump's 47%, and she also leads by 47% to 45% in a ballot that includes independent and third-party candidates. This marks a significant shift from previous polls, as Harris has never led Trump in any WSJ survey dating back to April 2023.
The poll, conducted between August 24 and 28, surveyed 1,500 registered voters with a margin for error of 2.5%. It comes after the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention, where Harris was officially nominated as the party's candidate. Harris, who is campaigning on a platform of lower taxes for the middle class, improved social welfare, and stronger reproductive rights, has been steadily gaining ground on Trump in recent polls.
It is common for presidential candidates to receive a boost in approvals after their official nominations, especially following the positive exposure from national conventions. However, it remains to be seen if Harris can maintain her lead over Trump in the coming months leading up to the election. With just over two months left until the ballot, both candidates are still polling closely, suggesting a tight presidential race ahead.
In a surprising development, independent candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr. recently endorsed Trump, suspending his own campaign in favor of the Republican nominee. The impact of this endorsement on recent polls is yet to be seen. Stay tuned for more updates on this dynamic and closely contested presidential race.