Tue Sep 10 14:52:57 UTC 2024: ## Trump’s Lead in Florida Shrinks to Two Points, New Poll Shows

**Palm Beach, FL** – A new poll from Morning Consult reveals a tightening race for the presidency in Florida, with former President Donald Trump leading Vice President Kamala Harris by a mere two points. This represents a significant narrowing of the gap compared to recent polls, which showed Trump with a more substantial advantage in his home state.

The poll, conducted among Florida voters, has Trump at 49% and Harris at 47%, with a margin of error of two points. This comes after an Emerson College poll showed Trump leading by five points.

The Harris campaign has been actively campaigning in Florida, particularly focusing on the issue of abortion rights, following the state’s passage of a six-week abortion ban. The campaign launched a “Reproductive Rights for All” bus tour earlier this month, starting in Trump’s hometown of Palm Beach. This tour comes as Florida voters will decide on a ballot measure in November regarding the state’s constitutional right to abortion. Trump has stated he will vote against the amendment, which would uphold the six-week ban.

While Florida has become increasingly red in recent elections, the Harris campaign believes the state is still up for grabs. They have focused a portion of their resources on the state, recognizing its significance in the electoral college. However, Democrats still largely prioritize their efforts in the seven traditional battleground states.

Meanwhile, the Senate race in Florida also appears to be tightening. Republican Senator Rick Scott, seeking re-election, holds a five-point lead over Democratic challenger Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, according to the Morning Consult poll. This is a narrower lead than some previous polls have indicated.

Florida, once a major battleground state, has become increasingly Republican in recent years. However, the recent polling data suggests that the state may be more competitive than initially anticipated in the 2024 presidential election.

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