### Recent News on Kamala Harris and Young Voters
#### Harris Leads Trump Among Young Voters
Vice President Kamala Harris holds a significant lead over former President Donald Trump among voters under 35. According to a CNN poll, Harris garners 52% support compared to Trump’s 40% among this demographic. The gender disparity is evident, with female voters under 35 favoring Harris by 53% to 39%, while male voters are nearly evenly split.
#### Contrasting Strengths and Weaknesses
The presidential race remains deadlocked, with 49% of registered voters supporting Harris and 49% supporting Trump, according to a Pew Research Center survey. Harris has a significant advantage on issues like abortion and personal traits, such as being a good role model and honest. However, Trump leads on the economy, with 55% of voters expressing confidence in his economic policy decisions.
#### Harris Builds Momentum
A recent NBC News poll shows Harris leading Trump by 5 points among registered voters, with 49% supporting her compared to 44% for Trump. Harris maintains a commanding 53-point lead with Black voters and significant leads among younger voters and independents. Her rise in popularity is driven by increased enthusiasm among Democrats and her perception as a candidate for ‘change’.
#### Gen Z Voters’ Support
Half of Gen Z voters intend to support Harris in the November election, while one-third plan to back Trump. This represents a more pronounced advantage for Harris compared to some other polls. Young women favor Harris by a 30-point margin, while young men show a more modest preference, leaning towards Harris by only 4 points over Trump.