In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden are locked in a tight race as they gear up for the November election. Recent polls have shown a neck-and-neck competition between the two candidates, with Biden losing support in key Democratic strongholds and crucial swing states that were instrumental in his 2020 victory.
The latest national survey conducted by Emerson College from May 21-23 revealed that Trump is leading by two points, with 44% of the vote compared to Biden’s 46%. This marks a one-point increase for Biden since the group’s April survey, while Trump’s support has remained steady.
Despite Biden’s lead in states like New York and California, polls consistently show Trump ahead in most of the seven crucial swing states that are likely to determine the outcome of the election. These states include Arizona, Michigan, Wisconsin, Nevada, Georgia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania.
One surprising factor in this close race is the presence of independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has the potential to sway the election in an unpredictable manner. Kennedy’s inclusion in the race has shown varying impacts on the candidates’ leads, with some polls indicating that he draws votes from key Biden supporters.
As the race heats up, both candidates are ramping up their campaign activities, with Trump focusing on his legal battles and Biden highlighting Trump’s role in the Capitol riots. With voter enthusiasm at a historic low and key demographics showing shifts in support, the stage is set for a closely contested election in November.