Election Day Looms: Kamala Harris Holds Slim Lead Over Donald Trump in Final Polls
As the nation gears up for the pivotal 2024 presidential election tomorrow, Vice President Kamala Harris is clinging to a razor-thin lead over former President Donald Trump, according to the latest Forbes/HarrisX poll, which shows her ahead by just one percentage point. This narrow margin underscores the intense competition between the two candidates, with multiple polls indicating a dead heat in key battleground states.
Recent surveys from NBC News, Emerson College, and Yahoo News/YouGov all confirm the tight race, with many swing states showing less than a two-point difference between the candidates. Harris is currently leading in Nevada, Georgia, Michigan, and Wisconsin, while Trump holds an advantage in Arizona and North Carolina. Pennsylvania remains too close to call, with both candidates actively campaigning there in the final hours before the election.
FiveThirtyEight’s election forecast model suggests that Trump is favored to win 52 out of 100 simulations, but the close polling indicates that the outcome is far from certain. With a significant number of voters still undecided, the stakes are higher than ever.
In a last-minute push, Harris has called for the reinstatement of the assault weapons ban, emphasizing her commitment to gun safety while respecting the Second Amendment. “We need to reinstate the assault weapons ban and pass universal background checks, safe storage laws, and red flag laws to keep our children and communities safe,” she stated in a post on X.
Meanwhile, Trump’s campaign has faced scrutiny over turnout at his rallies, with reports of “noticeably thin” crowds and empty seats at his Pennsylvania event. This has raised questions about his support as he makes his final campaign stops in crucial states.
Mary Trump, the former president’s niece, has predicted that her uncle may attempt to prematurely declare victory if the election results do not favor him, echoing concerns about potential political unrest. “He’ll likely go on television and declare victory just as he did in 2020,” she warned.
As Election Day approaches, the Georgia Supreme Court has ruled that absentee ballots mailed out last minute can only be counted if they arrive by Election Day, adding another layer of complexity to the voting process. Additionally, the Republican National Committee has filed a lawsuit against Milwaukee over plans to limit poll watchers, highlighting the contentious atmosphere surrounding the election.
With early voting numbers indicating a record turnout, the final hours of campaigning are crucial. Harris is set to rally in Pennsylvania, where she aims to galvanize support among key demographics, including women, who have shown a significant preference for her candidacy. In contrast, Trump continues to rally his base, emphasizing his past achievements and attacking Harris’s policies.
As the polls prepare to close, the weather forecast predicts cold and rainy conditions in several swing states, which could impact voter turnout, particularly among Democrats. Historically, poor weather has deterred Democratic voters more than their Republican counterparts.
With the election just hours away, both candidates are making their final appeals to voters, knowing that every vote could be the difference between victory and defeat. As the nation holds its breath, the outcome remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: this election is set to be one of the most closely contested in recent history.
Stay tuned for live updates as the results begin to roll in.
