Janice R. Andrews
A new Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll has revealed Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump by three percentage points just days before Election Day. Harris garnered 47% support among likely voters compared to Trump’s 44%, though this difference falls within the poll’s 3.4-point margin of error. This represents a significant shift in Iowa, which Trump won decisively in both 2016 and 2020.
The poll indicates changing voter preferences, particularly among women and independent voters. Harris’s campaign focus on healthcare, economic issues, and reproductive rights appears to be resonating with these key demographics. However, Trump’s team disputes these findings, citing an Emerson College poll showing Trump ahead by 10 points in Iowa.
Both candidates are intensifying their campaign efforts in swing states. Harris is concentrating on Michigan with multiple scheduled events, while Trump is holding rallies across Georgia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. The campaigns have maintained high visibility, with Harris making a guest appearance on Saturday Night Live and Trump predicting a popular vote victory at his rallies.
Early voting numbers have reached record levels, with over 75 million Americans having already cast their ballots by Saturday. The race has attracted international attention, particularly from European allies like Germany, where officials are closely monitoring potential implications for transatlantic relations.
As Election Day approaches, both campaigns are making their final pushes in key battleground states. Iowa’s unexpected polling results suggest the possibility of surprises in traditionally Republican-leaning states, adding another layer of uncertainty to what has become an increasingly unpredictable election season.
