The political landscape has shifted dramatically following President Joe Biden's decision to end his re-election bid and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. Harris has since gained significant traction, particularly among independent voters, as shown by a recent NPR/PBS/Marist poll where she leads former President Donald Trump by nine points among this group. Harris has also made gains in several battleground states, narrowing Trump's lead and even surpassing him in some polls. Meanwhile, her campaign has been actively trolling Trump on social media and leveraging humor to undermine his strongman persona. Despite criticisms aimed at Harris for embodying establishment politics, her recent polling success reflects renewed enthusiasm and confidence among Democrats. The race remains highly competitive, with Harris and Trump now almost evenly matched according to multiple forecasts and polls.