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The U.S Presidential Contest (September 2024)

NPR/PBS News/Marist National Poll

In advance of tonight’s presidential debate, just one point separates Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump among registered voters nationally. Among voters who say they definitely plan to vote in November, Harris is +3 points against Trump, similar to where the contest stood in August. Trump has overtaken Harris, though, among independents and Latino voters. Harris previously led Trump by double digits among both of these voting groups. Will the debate matter? Most Americans plan to either watch the showdown or follow news coverage of it. Three in ten voters say the debate could make a difference in deciding their vote.

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Sep 13, 2024

Debate Debrief

We break down the key moments from the presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. We also dig into the fresh, national polling data from NPR/PBS News/Marist that was released just prior to the debate. And, we wrap things up with a fun fact that might leave you feeling a bit drowsy.

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