Sun Sep 15 11:52:37 UTC 2024: ## Kamala Harris Closes the Gap with Trump in Iowa, New Poll Shows

**Des Moines, Iowa** – A new Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll reveals that Vice President Kamala Harris has significantly closed the gap with former President Donald Trump in the race for the Iowa presidency. Trump now leads Harris by a narrow 4 percentage points (47% to 43%), a dramatic shift from his double-digit lead over President Biden in late spring.

The poll, conducted September 8-11, shows a tightening race that mirrors the close results of the 2020 election. While Trump still enjoys a significant lead among men (59% to 32%), Harris leads among women (53% to 36%).

Pollster J. Ann Selzer, president of Selzer & Co., attributes this change to a shift in the mood of the electorate. “The race has tightened significantly,” Selzer said. “I wouldn’t say 4 points is comfortable for Trump.”

The poll also reveals a significant increase in voter enthusiasm for Harris. 80% of Harris’ supporters say they are extremely or very enthusiastic about her candidacy, compared to 74% of Trump’s supporters.

While both candidates continue to enjoy strong support from their respective party bases, independent voters are leaning slightly toward Trump (41% to 36%). However, independent women favor Harris over Trump (40% to 35%), while independent men lean towards Trump (46% to 33%).

The poll also highlights a growing sense of pessimism among Iowans about the direction of the nation. Only 24% of Iowans believe the country is headed in the right direction, while 69% believe it’s on the wrong track.

Despite a small bump in approval following his decision to end his re-election campaign, President Biden’s approval rating remains low at 33%.

The Iowa Poll serves as a crucial indicator of the national political landscape and suggests a potentially more competitive race for the White House than initially anticipated. With the election approaching, it remains to be seen whether Harris can maintain her momentum and ultimately secure a victory in Iowa.

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