Trump leads Harris by 1% in pre-debate poll | WPN World People News

With just two months left until the U.S. presidential election, the first debate between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris is set to take place on the 10th. According to the latest poll from The New York Times, Trump leads Harris by 1 percentage point. Since this margin falls within the error range, the race is considered very close. Experts suggest that Trump’s support remains relatively solid, while Harris's main challenge is to use the debate as a way to introduce herself to more voters, a crucial factor for the Democrats' chances of winning.

The poll, jointly conducted by The New York Times and Siena College, was released on the 8th and shows that Trump is currently ahead of Harris by 1 percentage point. Additionally, 28% of respondents say they are not very familiar with Harris. Analysts believe that this number indicates the end of Harris's post-announcement honeymoon period and reflects a cautious attitude from voters toward her, given her lack of campaign experience.

The poll also highlights Trump’s steady support. The key upcoming event will be how both candidates use the 90-minute debate, set for 9 p.m. on the 10th, to expand their influence. The debate will be hosted by ABC News. This showdown, which could significantly impact the November election, will turn the debate venue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, into the center of attention. With 19 electoral votes, Pennsylvania is critical, as past elections have shown that winning the state often equates to securing the White House. The competition in Pennsylvania is fierce, with both parties’ vote margins in the tens of thousands.