As Vice President Kamala Harris visits Pennsylvania for the second time in three days, a recent poll indicates a very close race between her and former President Donald Trump in this crucial swing state. The Monmouth University survey reveals that nearly half of registered voters in Pennsylvania are in favor of Harris (42%) or Trump (42%). The poll was conducted from Oct. 24-28 and released on Wednesday.
Pennsylvania holds 19 electoral votes, making it the largest of the seven battleground states that played a significant role in President Biden’s victory in 2020. The survey shows that Trump has a slight advantage among white voters without a college degree, while Harris leads among white college graduates and voters who are Black, Hispanic, or of other races.
Both major party candidates have been campaigning vigorously in Pennsylvania, with Harris visiting the state at least 15 times and Trump visiting at least 15 times since the end of July. Both campaigns have spent over half a billion dollars on ads in Pennsylvania alone, far exceeding ad expenses in other battleground states.
In addition to the presidential race, Pennsylvania is also home to a crucial Senate race between Democratic Sen. Bob Casey Jr. and Republican challenger Dave McCormick. Casey holds a slight edge over McCormick, with 40% of voters saying they would definitely vote for Casey and 36% for McCormick.
As Election Day approaches, the race in Pennsylvania remains incredibly close, with both Harris and Trump making their final pitches to voters in this key battleground state. The outcome of this race could have a significant impact on the results of the 2024 presidential election.