The race for the presidency in Pennsylvania is heating up, with former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris virtually tied, according to the latest polling data from FiveThirtyEight. The data shows Harris with 47.4% of support from likely voters, while Trump has 46.8% of support. Pennsylvania, with its 19 electoral votes, is considered a crucial battleground state for both candidates.
FiveThirtyEight's polling average shows a slim lead for Harris, but the race remains too close to call. The state has a history of picking winners, having voted for 10 of the last 12 White House winners. The candidate who wins Pennsylvania has also won Michigan and Wisconsin in the past eight elections.
Forbes reports that Pennsylvania has a 35% chance of tipping the election. If Harris wins Pennsylvania, she has a 91% chance of winning the election, while Trump has a 96% chance of winning if he secures the state.
The economy, inflation, and the state of democracy are the top issues for Pennsylvania voters, according to a CBS/YouGov survey. Both candidates have been campaigning vigorously in the state, with Harris focusing on her economic policies and Trump highlighting his record on job creation and economic growth.