In the circus of modern politics, it seems the mainstream media just can’t help themselves. After the first—and likely only—debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, outlets everywhere declared Harris the clear winner. They claimed Trump had stumbled, his defense was weak, and Harris, propped up by the ABC moderators, had essentially won the race.
But hold on a minute—what do the voters actually think? Because as far as I understand it, the media isn’t the one casting the vote in November. It’s the voters, the people, left, right and center. Right?
The September 10th debate between Trump and Harris was a spectacle, to say the least. The moderators, who acted more like Harris’s personal cheerleading squad, did their best to help her out, constantly fact-checking Trump (often falsely) while tossing Harris softballs.
Trump was defensive, sure, but only because it was a three-on-one pile-on. Despite all of this, the media’s narrative that Harris came out on top is falling apart as the numbers roll in. Independent voters—those crucial swing voters everyone’s fighting for—didn’t buy the media’s spin, and Trump is now ahead in key battleground states.
Kamala may have welcomed the idea of a second debate with open arms, but Trump turned it down shortly after the first, saying he had won hands down. And looking at the polling data, it’s hard to argue with him. The voters seem to agree, and now we have the numbers to prove it.
From Breitbart:
The polling memo obtained by Breitbart News shows Trump leading Harris by three points, 50%-47%, in a head-to-head ballot.“A Poll has just been released by Highly Respected Pollster, Tony Fabrizio, showing that I am up THREE POINTS after the Debate,” Trump said in a statement. “These are largely Independent Voters, who are tired of watching our Country go down, and want to, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
While the media was busy handing Harris her imaginary victory, voters had other thoughts. Trump’s performance, despite being attacked from all angles, resonated with the people who actually matter—voters. The polling shows him ahead of Harris by three points in key battleground states, and it’s not just Republicans rallying behind him. Independent voters, the ones who could very well decide the 2024 election, are swinging Trump’s way.
The polling memo goes on to explain:
“Despite the best efforts of Kamala Harris and media to portray the debate as some kind of overwhelming victory for her, voters did not see it this way as support for her remained flat. That only change we saw was a 2-point bump for President Trump in both ballot configurations.”
In other words, Kamala Harris’s supposedly stellar performance didn’t move the needle at all for her. But Trump? He gained two points after the debate, which is basically the political equivalent of walking away with a mic drop. No wonder he didn’t feel the need to go another round with Harris in a second debate.
Harris Falls Flat Despite Media’s Best Efforts
Let’s face it, Harris had every advantage going into that debate. The moderators were practically holding her hand, helping her avoid tough questions, and ignoring her deflections. Trump, meanwhile, was on the defense from the start. Yet, even with the deck stacked against him, Harris couldn’t get her message across in a way that resonated with voters.
The media may have declared a victory for her, but let’s be real—people can see through that. They want leadership, not rehearsed talking points or nervous laughter. Harris’s support among undecideds stayed flat, while Trump’s numbers climbed. That tells you everything you need to know about who really won the debate.
The so-called “overwhelming victory” that Harris supposedly claimed wasn’t even enough to budge her numbers by a single point. Her campaign, which desperately needed a boost, got nothing out of it. Meanwhile, Trump’s numbers are surging with the very voters that matter most: independents in key battleground states.
Why Voters are Rallying Behind Trump
Trump’s message in this election has been consistent: make America great again, restore economic prosperity, and stand strong on the world stage. Voters remember what the country was like under Trump—booming economy, secure borders, and no endless foreign wars. Compare that to the chaotic mess we have under Biden, with Kamala Harris standing ready to take the reins, and it’s no surprise that independents are leaning toward Trump.
Harris, on the other hand, has struggled to define her platform. Her tenure as vice president has been a train wreck, from the border crisis to embarrassing international trips. The American people see through the media’s attempts to paint her as the future of the Democratic Party. They want real solutions, not platitudes, and that’s where Trump delivers.
Trump’s performance in the debate, despite the constant attacks, was a reminder to voters of what leadership looks like. He’s tough, he’s unapologetic, and he’s focused on fixing the mess that Biden and Harris have created over the last four years. It’s no wonder that independent voters are breaking his way, and Harris is left scrambling.
The Polls Don’t Lie
As we move closer to Election Day, it’s becoming clear that the media’s narrative isn’t matching up with reality. Trump is surging in battleground states, while Harris’s numbers remain stagnant. The media can try to spin it all they want, but the voters are the ones who will decide, and they’re making their voices heard.
With Trump gaining ground, Harris is facing an uphill battle, especially if she continues to rely on media fluff pieces to carry her through. Voters are smarter than that, and they’re looking for real leadership. If the debate was any indication, Trump is delivering that in spades, and Harris is just trying to keep up.
Key Takeaways:
- Post-debate polling shows Trump leading Harris by 3 points in battleground states.
- Harris’s debate performance didn’t move the needle for her, while Trump gained 2 points.
- Voters, especially independents, are rallying behind Trump’s message and leadership.
Source: Breitbart
