Kamala Harris Widens Lead Over Trump in Latest Poll as Voter Enthusiasm Rises

In a significant development ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, a Reuters/Ipsos poll shows that Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris has widened her lead over former President Donald Trump. Harris now leads Trump 45% to 41% among registered voters, an increase from the narrow 1-point lead she held in late July. The poll, conducted over eight days ending Wednesday, reflects growing voter enthusiasm for Harris, particularly among women and Hispanic voters, where she now leads Trump by a substantial 13 percentage points.

The shift in polling comes after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race following a challenging debate performance against Trump in July, leading to growing support for Harris. While Trump continues to hold strong leads among white voters and men, his advantage among voters without a college degree has notably shrunk.

Despite Harris’ national lead, the race remains competitive in critical swing states. Trump leads Harris 45% to 43% in seven key states that decided the 2020 election. However, Harris’ rise in national polls and increased enthusiasm from Democratic voters—73% of whom are now more excited about voting in November—suggest a potential shift in the electoral landscape.

While Harris enjoys strong support on issues such as abortion policy, Trump remains favored on economic management. With the election still months away, both candidates face challenges as they navigate shifting voter dynamics in a closely watched race.