Kamala Harris has firmed in the betting markets over the last day. For the first time since launching her presidential campaign, Harris took the lead over Donald Trump in the PredictIt betting platform on Wednesday afternoon, although the lead fluctuated throughout the day before she retook it later in the evening[1]. This shift in betting odds comes as Harris has been gaining ground in polls, particularly in key swing states, which has translated into improved betting odds[1][3].
The impact of Donald Trump's attacks on Kamala Harris, particularly those focusing on her race, appears to have influenced public perception and possibly the betting markets. Trump's comments at the National Association of Black Journalists convention, where he made misleading statements about Harris's racial identity, were condemned by Harris's campaign as divisive and chaotic[1]. These attacks may have backfired, contributing to Harris's recent gains in both polls and betting markets.
Overall, while Trump still maintains a lead on some betting platforms like Polymarket, his advantage has been shrinking since Harris announced her candidacy and began campaigning actively[1][2][4].
