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2024 - 11 - 3

Polling Shock: Harris Surprises Trump in Iowa and No, It’s Not a Football Game!

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In a sizzling twist, Kamala Harris pulls ahead of Trump in Iowa—could this reshape 2024?

In a stunning turn of events in the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris has pulled ahead of former President Donald Trump in a new poll from Iowa, a state traditionally painted red. With a lead of three points, this unexpected shift showcases not just a surprising twist in the political landscape but also highlights the significant support from likely women voters. According to the Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll, a striking 63% of senior women have thrown their weight behind Harris, leaving Trump with just 28%, a demographic shift that could change everything.

The poll, conducted by the renowned Selzer & Co, is getting political analysts talking, especially given that Iowa is often referred to as a bellwether for national elections. Harris’ last-minute surge in popularity comes as Trump scrambles to campaign vigorously across swing states, undoubtedly feeling the pressure as the stakes get higher. With Iowa, previously a stronghold for Trump during the 2016 and 2020 elections, now seemingly in play, political strategists are scratching their heads trying to decode this sudden change in voter sentiment.

Not only does this poll signal possible trouble for Trump's campaign, but it also stirs excitement among Democratic supporters who had previously felt the campaign was stagnating. Harris’ early lead in Iowa could offer momentum heading into the final stretch of the election, bolstering her confidence and encouraging younger voters to come out on Election Day. Additionally, Harris’ performance among older voters hints at a broader shift, with many saying they are ready for change in a state they’ve supported Republican candidates for years.

As we look to the future, much remains to be discussed about what these polling results mean. With just days until election day, both candidates might need to adapt their strategies—not just in Iowa but nationwide. Pundits are speculating if this poll could trigger an avalanche of changes in voter dynamics across other battleground states as well. After all, you never know when a well-timed interception or a last-minute campaign push could turn the tide—just ask Iowa football star Nick Jackson, whose acrobatic plays made headlines last weekend!

Fun fact: Kamala Harris is not just the Vice President; she also made history as the first woman of South Asian and African American descent to hold the office. Meanwhile, Iowa is not only crucial for politics but also famous for its corn production, often dubbed the "Corn State"—where every election season is as mesmerizing as a Friday night lights game! So while you watch the 2024 election unfold like an epic football rivalry, remember that every vote counts and it could be a game changer!

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Shock poll shows Harris ahead in Iowa, a state that Trump won ... (BreakingNews.ie)

US Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has surpassed Republican Donald Trump in a new poll in Iowa, with likely women voters responsible for the ...

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Harris grabs unexpected last-minute lead over Trump in Iowa poll (Irish Examiner)

In shocking result that could reshape the race, ex-president falls three points behind in a state he won in 2016 and 2020.

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Harris takes slim lead over Trump in final Iowa Poll before 2024 ... (Nevada Current)

While likely voters 65 and older also support Harris as a demographic, 63% of senior women support the vice president compared to 28% who support Trump – a more ...

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A much-watched poll from Iowa points to a Harris landslide (The Economist)

None is so eagerly awaited as the final Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll of Iowa, produced by Selzer & Co, a polling firm. On “Election Twitter”—the colloquial ...

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Frantic campaigning by Trump amid Iowa poll shock – US election ... (The Guardian)

Republican nominee to hold events in three swing states as the presidential race enters its final hours.

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Iowa Poll: Democrats are preferred over Republicans in 2 of 4 ... (desmoinesregister.com)

Likely Iowa voters prefer a Democratic candidate over a Republican in Iowa's competitive 1st and 3rd congressional districts, a new Iowa Poll shows.

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What 'shocking' new Iowa poll means for Kamala Harris' chances ... (Newsweek)

One of America's most trusted pollsters has released a poll where Kamala Harris leads by three points in deep-red Iowa.

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Big shock to Donald Trump as Kamala Harris 'leaps into leading ... (Hindustan Times)

Kamala Harris defeated Donald Trump in a stunning last-minute polling update in Iowa, a crucial battleground state.

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Nate Silver reacts to shocking Iowa poll: 'Somebody is going to be ... (Times of India)

US News: Trump won Iowa both in 2016 and 2020 making Iowa a ruby-red state. But the nationally recognized poll shows Kamala Harris has picked up support ...

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US election analysis: Eye-opening Iowa poll shows shift to Kamala ... (The Irish Times)

After months when all big polling companies showed Trump and Harris neck and neck in the seven battleground states, the Iowa poll stands out as sharp and ...

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US election: Kamala Harris boosted by surprise poll lead in Iowa (Euronews)

The election campaign has focused overwhelmingly on seven key swing states, but an esteemed poll shows that Iowa is apparently in play.

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Ann Selzer Responds to Iowa Poll Backlash (Newsweek)

Donald Trump lashed out at Ann Selzer after her poll found he'd lose Iowa, calling her a "Trump hater."

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New poll shows Kamala Harris ahead by 3 points in Iowa (FOX 5 NY)

A shocking new Iowa poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump by 3 points in the Hawkeye State.

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Iowa football: Nick Jackson INT was his first since pee-wee ball ... (desmoinesregister.com)

IOWA CITY − The centerpiece of Iowa football's defensive effort that held Wisconsin to 261 yards Saturday was an acrobatic interception by Nick Jackson in ...

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Doug Burgum says he'd be 'completely shocked' if Harris won Iowa (The Hill)

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum (R) said he would be "completely shocked" if Vice President Harris won Iowa on Tuesday.

GAME PREVIEW: IOWA WILD VS. SAN JOSE BARRACUDA | Iowa ... (iowawild.com)

The Iowa Wild and San Jose Barracuda wrap up a pair of weekend games on Sunday at 3 p.m. on Pucks 'N' Paws Day, presented by Dog Training Elite. The first 400 ...

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Trump refutes Iowa poll showing Harris ahead in red state: 'It's not ... (The Guardian)

Selzer poll, widely respected organization with good record in Iowa, shows vice-president leading Trump 47% to 44%

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Harris' lead in Iowa poll could signal shifts in some key swing states (Business Insider)

A new Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll published on Saturday showed Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of former President Donald Trump by three points in ...

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New Iowa Poll Shows Democrats favored in 2 of 4 congressional ... (KCRG)

A new Des Moines ...

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Final pre-election polling, including in Iowa, paints unclear picture (Los Angeles Times)

The political world was abuzz after respected pollster J. Ann Selzer showed Kamala Harris winning 47% of likely voters in the state of Iowa.

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Donald Trump no longer leads in a state he carried twice, according ... (WABC-TV)

DES MOINES -- Vice President Kamala Harris holds 47% to former President Donald Trump's 44% among likely voters in the final Iowa Poll before Election Day ...

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Why Outlier Poll Showing Harris Winning Iowa Could Spell Trouble ... (Forbes)

Former President Donald Trump has lost his lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in solidly red Iowa, according to a new Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll ...

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Iowa can challenge ballots of 2000 voters on flawed noncitizen list ... (desmoinesregister.com)

U.S. District Judge Stephen Locher wrote Sunday that both sides seem to agree that some portion of the people on the list are not U.S. citizens.

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Judge Allows Iowa to Challenge Voters It Suspects of Being ... (The New York Times)

A federal judge ruled on Sunday that Iowa may continue challenging hundreds of potential ballots cast in the election on the basis that the voters might be ...

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Iowa officials can challenge voter registrations, federal judge rules (Axios)

Why it matters: Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate said he's working to ensure the election's integrity, but the ACLU joined a group of naturalized citizens in ...

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Federal judge lets Iowa keep challenging voter rolls although ... (The Associated Press)

A federal judge has ruled that Iowa can continue challenging the validity of hundreds of ballots from potential noncitizens.

High-profile Iowa poll shows Harris ahead of Trump (NPR)

NPR's Scott Detrow talks to pollster J. Ann Selzer about a new Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll that shows Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump.

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Federal judge lets Iowa challenge voter rolls; may affect naturalized ... (Voice of America)

The state's Republican attorney general and secretary of state argued that investigating and potentially removing 2000 names would prevent illegal voting by ...

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Trump rages at Iowa poll: 'No President has done more for FARMERS' (The Hill)

Former President Trump raged in a post online after a shocking Iowa poll found Vice President Harris leading in the state.

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Judge rules Iowa can challenge validity of hundreds of ballots from ... (The Guardian)

Republican effort comes despite criticism that the efforts could threaten the voting rights of recently naturalized US citizens in the election.

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'It's a very close race': Political strategists react to new Iowa Poll (KCCI Des Moines)

The poll found that Democratic presidential candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris now has a slim lead over former President Donald Trump.

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