Trump and Harris Hit Campaign Trail Ahead of Critical Debate
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Former President Donald Trump has retaken a slim lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in election odds betting for the first time since mid-August. Despite criticism over Trump’s answers on economic policy to the New York Economic Forum and the illegal use of Arlington National Cemetery for political campaigning, bettors have moved towards the former president. This change in betting odds comes ahead of a critical debate between Trump and Harris, which could potentially influence future movements in the betting markets.
Ahead of Tuesday’s crucial debate, betting trends show a shift with Donald Trump regaining a lead over Kamala Harris for the first time since August.
This change comes despite Trump’s controversial responses to queries at the New York Economic Forum, criticized as incoherent, the illegal use of Arlington National Cemetery for campaigning, and former Republican Vice President Dick Cheney’s endorsement of Harris.
Tuesday’s debate may significantly influence the betting markets as it’s the first time voters will see the candidates side-by-side this campaign.
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Presidential election odds as of Sept. 9
The betting favorite has only lost twice since 1866, according to a nonprofit news organization, The Conversation.
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