Debate Declared Turning Point for Trump Campaign

Frank Luntz, a veteran GOP pollster, has declared Donald Trump's 2024 campaign effectively over following a disastrous debate performance against Vice President Kamala Harris, calling it one of the worst he's witnessed. Luntz noted that Trump's negative and cynical demeanor, combined with false claims about immigrants, cost him the race. This sentiment was echoed by media outlets, including the Drudge Report, which headlined the debate as 'The End,' showcasing a mocking AI-generated image of Trump. Harris is widely regarded as the debate's winner, with a CNN flash poll indicating that 63% of viewers felt she outperformed Trump. Trump's claims about migrants allegedly eating pets have been debunked, with no credible evidence supporting such assertions, leading to criticism from both sides of the aisle. As Trump's rhetoric continues to alienate voters, his campaign faces mounting challenges with Harris currently leading in national polls by 2.8 points.