Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are intensifying their campaigns in Pennsylvania this weekend, a crucial swing state for the upcoming November election. Trump will hold a rally in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, while Harris will embark on a bus tour around Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Pennsylvania, a key battleground state, is drawing significant attention as recent polls reveal a tight race between the Republican and Democratic candidates. According to a New York Times/Siena College poll released on Saturday, Harris—who began her campaign after President Joe Biden exited the race last month—has made notable gains in states where Trump previously held strong leads.
The poll shows Harris leading Trump among likely voters in Arizona and North Carolina, and closing the gap in Georgia and Nevada. An earlier poll from the same source indicated Harris with 50% support in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, compared to Trump’s 46% in those states.
The 2020 election saw Trump narrowly lose Pennsylvania to Biden, but he maintains strong support in rural and small-town areas. With Harris now leading the Democratic ticket for 2024, Trump has struggled to effectively counter her campaign. His recent statements have focused on immigration and inflation, but he has also launched personal attacks on Harris.
Trump’s campaign has criticized the Harris-Biden administration’s policies, alleging they have led to high prices, increased crime, and uncontrolled immigration, despite recent border crackdowns. Trump has also accused Harris of holding extreme economic views that threaten the American dream.
Harris, who will head to Chicago for the Democratic National Convention next week, has promised to reduce costs and enhance economic security. In a recent major policy speech, she proposed measures to improve the economy and address food price increases. Harris emphasized her commitment to creating opportunities for the middle class, aiming to build what she calls an “opportunity economy.”
