Harris Gains in Key Swing States

Vice President Kamala Harris has gained traction in prediction markets for the upcoming U.S. presidential election, overtaking former President Donald Trump in swing states Michigan and Wisconsin. This shift follows a CNN poll indicating no clear advantage for either candidate, while Harris' odds of winning in these states increased by 5-6% and her overall election odds rose to 39.6%. Trump still leads with 60.3% overall odds and maintains an advantage in Pennsylvania and other key states like Arizona and Georgia. In Arizona's Maricopa County, a critical swing region, election officials are emphasizing security and misinformation countermeasures, as the county's vote count could take up to 13 days due to its size and mail-in voting rules. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania remains a pivotal battleground, with Trump slightly ahead in state polls despite Harris' narrow national lead. Issues such as mail-in ballot processing and voter intimidation are under scrutiny, with legal actions highlighting ongoing electoral tensions.