"Harris and Trump Neck-and-Neck in Swing States as Election Day Nears, NYT/Siena Poll Reveals"

In a nail-biting countdown to Election Day, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump are running nearly head-to-head in seven pivotal battleground states, the latest New York Times/Siena College poll reveals. With just two days remaining until Americans cast their final ballots, the poll underscores the intense competition and strategic importance of key swing states.

The survey, conducted from October 24 to November 2 with 7,879 likely voters, shows Harris with narrow leads in Nevada, North Carolina, and Wisconsin, while Trump holds a slight edge in Arizona. The two are also locked in close contests in Michigan, Georgia, and Pennsylvania—states expected to play a crucial role in determining the election outcome.

With 40% of respondents having already voted, Harris appears to lead among early voters by 8 percentage points. However, Trump holds an advantage among those yet to vote but planning to do so. In Pennsylvania, which had consistently leaned toward Harris, Trump has made significant gains, narrowing the race to within the poll’s 3.5% margin of error—a development that could be pivotal in this closely watched election.

Both candidates have intensified their campaign efforts in these battleground regions. Trump is scheduled for rallies in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia, while Harris will focus on Michigan, aiming to shore up support in these tight races.

The final stretch of the 2024 presidential campaign promises high stakes and heightened tensions as Harris and Trump vie for votes in a historic election likely to hinge on these contested swing states.