Harris and Trump Deadlocked as US Presidential Election Nears
With less than two weeks remaining until the November 5 U.S. presidential election, a new national poll conducted by the New York Times and Siena College reveals an exceptionally tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, with both candidates locked in a dead heat at 48% in the popular vote.
The timing of this poll is crucial, as millions of Americans have already cast their ballots in advance of the election. Trump is aiming for a second term, while Harris seeks to make history as the first woman president of the United States.
Traditionally, Democrats have enjoyed an advantage in the popular vote but have frequently lost the Electoral College, raising calls for Harris to secure a stronger national lead. Such a lead could significantly influence her performance in pivotal swing states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
Despite recent political turbulence in the U.S.—which has included high-profile debates, two assassination attempts on Trump, and numerous campaign rallies across key battlegrounds—polls indicate that both candidates remain virtually tied. Hundreds of millions of dollars have been invested in campaign advertising over the past few months, yet the trajectory of the race appears largely unchanged.
While an earlier Times/Siena College poll in early October showed Harris with a slight edge of 49% to Trump’s 46%, recent polling suggests a potential decline in her support among likely voters. Although the shift falls within the margin of error, the tightening national polling average has sparked concerns about her campaign’s momentum.
The election outcome will likely hinge on the results from seven critical battleground states: Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Arizona, Georgia, and Michigan. Both candidates have heavily invested their time and resources in these states, and current polling suggests a fiercely competitive contest ahead. As the election date approaches, the intensity of campaigning is expected to escalate, making every vote crucial.
