Key takeaways:
– Kamala Harris’ approval rating has dropped to 43%, a 5% decrease from September
– Vice President’s negative rating increased from 45% to 49% in October
– Donald Trump’s approval and disapproval stand at 43% and 51% respectively
– Both Harris and Trump have a tie at 48% in the latest poll
– Trump’s approval rating shows 5 points gain when compared to President Biden
Dwindling Momentum for Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, experienced a decrease in her popularity among voters, leading to an unexpected tie in the prospective 2024 election race against potential Republican nominee Donald Trump.
October has been a tough month for Harris with her positive rating slipping by 5%, bringing it down to 43%. This change is a real blow, considering she recorded a healthy 48% positive rating in September. Moreover, the Vice President’s negative rating saw a significant uptick, climbing 4 points to 49%.
Trump’s Stable Rating Performance
On the other hand, Trump held steady with a 43% popularity rating and a 51% disapproval figure. Interestingly, these numbers follow the usual trend for the former President Trump. These figures are apparently ‘a tick higher’ than the typical poll ratings he recorded during his presidency.
A Neck-and-Neck Race
Recent polls highlight a head-to-head race for the former and prospective vice presidents, each touting a 48% support rate. This is indicative of a downward trend for Harris, who held the edge over Trump in September’s ratings, leading 49% to 44%.
Hillary’s once solid lead is now reduced to a deadlock, primarily post the Presidential debate on September 10. The campaign events that followed, the Vice-Presidential debate, and multiple interviews, show a clear dampening effect on Harris’ standing.
Trump’s Retrospective Advantage
Fascinatingly, Trump’s retrospective approval rating is better than President Joe Biden’s by 5 points, an indication that Harris is part of an administration that is struggling with popularity. The poll registered a 43% approval rating for Biden, whilst Trump enjoyed a 48% retrospective approval rating.
Hence, compared to his tenure, Trump has seen a somewhat warming attitude towards his presidency. Moreover, this approval rating is better than Biden’s current standing, indicating a shift in public vantage.
Harris’ Slipping Lead
A shift in the race’s dynamics traces back to mid-July, when Harris ascended to the Vice Presidency. During this time, she pulled ahead of Trump for several weeks. Her active decision to forgo a sit-down interview or press conference seemed to work in her favor.
However, a noticeable drop in her momentum was witnessed in September and October, leading to a stalemate in the race. The coming months will be critical for both parties as they attempt to win the favor of the undecided electorate to break this deadlock. The question now is: who will successfully regain momentum and prove victorious in the prospective 2024 elections? Only time will tell. But for now, it seems like the race is anyone’s game.