A recent nationwide poll conducted from August 14-16, 2024, shows Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump by 3 percentage points in the race for the U.S. presidency.
Poll Details:
- Harris: 51%
- Trump: 48%
- Margin of Error: 2.1 percentage points
The poll, which surveyed approximately 3,300 registered voters, indicates a tight race, particularly in battleground states where both candidates are tied at 50%.
Context:
- Election Date: November 5, 2024
- Background: Following a poor performance by President Joe Biden in a televised debate with Trump, there was significant pressure from Democrats for Biden to withdraw from the presidential race. On July 21, Biden announced his decision to step down and support Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee.
- Current Candidates: Kamala Harris is the Democratic nominee, and Donald Trump is the Republican nominee.
