Heated response on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump lambasted Fox News for their latest polls, which show him trailing Vice President Kamala Harris in critical battleground states. The polls, conducted between August 23-26, reveal Harris holding a narrow lead over Trump in Arizona, Nevada, and Georgia, and nearly tying with him in North Carolina—a state Trump won in both 2016 and 2020.
Trump dismissed the polls as “rigged and worthless,” reflecting a sentiment echoed by his supporters who have questioned the accuracy of Fox News’ polling in past elections. An internal campaign memo attached to Trump’s post argued that Fox’s polls have previously underestimated his support, pointing to inaccuracies in 2020.
However, despite Trump’s critique, it’s worth noting that Fox News’ polling is consistent with other recent surveys. Bloomberg released state-level polling this week, showing Harris with a slight edge in several swing states. According to Bloomberg’s data, Harris leads Trump by 4 points in Pennsylvania, 8 points in Wisconsin, 2 points in North Carolina, 3 points in Michigan, 4 points in Nevada, 2 points in Georgia, and 1 point in Arizona.
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While Harris appears to be ahead in these key states, her leads are within the margin of error, indicating a tightly contested race. This polling trend could signal potential challenges for Trump’s campaign as he seeks to reclaim the presidency in the 2024 election.
For a broader perspective on the race, FiveThirtyEight’s national average could provide additional insights, offering a more comprehensive view of the electoral landscape. As the campaign continues, both candidates will likely focus their efforts on these swing states, which could determine the outcome of the election.
