Staff Reports
Recent polling data paints a bleak picture for Vice President Kamala Harris, suggesting that her grip on the public’s favor is slipping rapidly. Notably, a new Wall Street Journal poll shows former President Donald Trump edging ahead of Harris in a head-to-head matchup, leading her by three points with 49 percent to her 46 percent. This marks a significant shift in Trump’s favor, as he has gained four points in just one month. Even when considering a broader field of candidates, the numbers indicate that Trump holds a slight advantage at 47 to 45 percent.
Further supporting this narrative, other polls, such as HarrisX and Rasmussen, echo similar findings. These consistent trends indicate a troubling trajectory for Harris, especially in light of her recent dismal performance at a CNN town hall that appeared to highlight her struggles. The stark contrasts in approval ratings further illustrate the growing dissatisfaction among voters regarding Harris’s leadership.
😂😂 Keep up the great work Kamala ~ ~ Harris has "received the worst rating in the history" of the latest NBC poll — earning "a negative net rating of -17 in her first two years of office." pic.twitter.com/FZX35p0kUp
— Mary (@matjendav4) June 28, 2023
Speaking of approval ratings, Harris’s numbers have taken a turn for the worse since August. At that time, her support was evenly split among voters, but now unfavorable opinions have surged, leading by eight percentage points. A recent Journal survey reflects her weakest job performance rating yet, with a mere 42 percent of voters approving of her role as vice president while a robust 54 percent disapprove. Meanwhile, Trump’s approval rating continues to improve, now standing at 52 percent, illustrating a 4-point advantage over Harris’s increasingly negative ratings.
On critical issues, particularly the economy, Trump is perceived more favorably than Harris, adding to Harris’s mounting woes. Voters express a clear preference for Trump’s economic agenda, with a significant 10-point gap favoring his plan over Harris’s, which is viewed unfavorably by 4 points. This disconnect highlights the stark differences in their proposals and underscores why voters may lean toward Trump when considering their economic futures.
As the election race heats up, the political landscape is shifting dramatically. Current polling averages indicate a tie in the national vote, yet Trump continues to lead in key battleground states—a promising sign for his campaign. While desperate tactics from the left, including smear campaigns and overt panic, may emerge as a response to these trends, such strategies are unlikely to sway voters who are becoming increasingly aware of the administration’s shortcomings. The clock is ticking, and it serves as a reminder that complacency is not an option. Each vote will count in determining the future direction of the country.
