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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Poll Shows Tight Race Between Trump and Harris Ahead of Election
Caption: Poll Shows Tight Race Between Trump and Harris Ahead of Election. A new CNBC poll shows Donald Trump with 48% support and Kamala Harris with 46% among registered voters, marking a tight race ahead of the election. In key battleground states, Trump leads by just 1 point, 48% to 47%, reflecting the close contest in pivotal regions. Inflation remains a top issue, with 63% of voters feeling their income lags behind the cost of living, influencing voter preferences. Trump leads on economic issues like community strength, taxes, and small businesses, while Harris holds an edge on character qualities, including honesty and fitness for the role. 42% of voters believe they would be better off financially if Trump wins, compared to 24% for Harris. When asked which candidate could bring positive change, 42% chose Harris, 40% selected Trump, with smaller groups remaining undecided or pessimistic. Nationally, Trump is slightly more popular with a net favorability of -6, while Harris sits at -10. Their ratings are nearly identical in battleground states. The poll also indicates a preference for Republican control of Congress, with 48% of voters favoring the GOP and 44% supporting Democrats. Conducted from October 15-19 among 1,000 registered voters, the poll has a margin of error of ±3.1 percentage points. In battleground states, the margin of error is ±4 points. As the November election nears, the poll highlights a deeply divided electorate, with economic concerns and candidate character playing central roles. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Donald Trump,Kamala Harris,Ahead,Elections,US,United States,2024 Elections,Pivotal,Regions,Economy,Safety,Cost of Living,Preferences,Incluencing,Voters,Incomine,States
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