Staff Reports
The latest polling data serves as a reminder that Donald Trump remains a formidable force in pivotal swing states. In Arizona, a Rasmussen poll has put Trump ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris by a slim margin of 49 percent to 47 percent among likely voters. This is great news for Trump supporters, showcasing his continued appeal in a state that plays a critical role in presidential elections.
Meanwhile, Wisconsin is shaping up to be a nail-biter, as Trump is neck and neck with Harris, both sitting at 49 percent. One has to wonder if the people of Wisconsin have momentarily forgotten their state’s storied history with cheese and instead chosen to tie themselves to a struggling Vice President. It’s no secret that when economic concerns take center stage—cited by 33 percent of Arizona voters and 29 percent of those in Wisconsin—Americans tend to lean toward the party that offers stability and sound fiscal policies.
🇺🇲 2024 GE: @Rasmussen_Poll
ARIZONA
🟥 Trump: 49%
🟦 Harris: 47%
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AZ Senate
🟦 Gallego: 47%
🟥 Lake: 45%
🟪 Other: 4%
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WISCONSIN
🟦 Harris: 49%
🟥 Trump: 49%
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WI Senate
🟦 Baldwin (inc): 49%
🟥 Hovde: 45%
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September 19-22 | 2,101 LV | ±3%https://t.co/XIuXVq8w2l— InteractivePolls (@IAPolls2022) September 25, 2024
The poll further highlights the importance of border security in these two states, especially in Arizona, where 22 percent deemed it a top concern. One can’t help but chuckle at the thought of the Democrats needing to take a crash course in how to handle the nation’s borders—something Trump has made a cornerstone of his platform. Abortion also plays a significant role in both states, but good luck convincing the voters that the Democrats’ extreme positions are in their best interest.
As for the Senate races, a closer look reveals troubling news for Democrats. In Arizona, the Trump-endorsed Kari Lake is only two points behind Democrat Ruben Gallego, and the winds could easily shift with the right push. Wisconsin still shows a slight lead for incumbent Tammy Baldwin over Republican Eric Hovde. Still, with margins tightening and disillusionment with the status quo rising, Republicans are poised to make a stronger showing.
While Pennsylvania may remain a challenge for Trump, with Harris supposedly leading by five points in the Keystone State, it’s worth noting that other recent polls suggest Trump is doing well in sunbelt states like Georgia, North Carolina, and Arizona. This paints a picture of a shifting political landscape that might very well lead to a Republican renaissance. It seems safe to speculate that the election is still very much up for grabs, and with each poll, the prospects for Trump and conservatives only continue to strengthen.
