Vice President Kamala Harris addresses abortion rights in a pivotal NBC interview, while Trump rallies supporters in North Carolina

As the countdown to Election Day intensifies, Vice President Kamala Harris appears to be gaining a slight national advantage over former President Donald Trump, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The race remains incredibly close, with Harris leading Trump by just one percentage point as both candidates prepare for a critical final push.

Harris’s campaign activities included a scheduled appearance on NBC News, where she focused on crucial issues such as abortion rights. Her stance on this polarising topic has resonated with voters in battleground states, with a top advisor indicating that the outcome in these states could hinge on just a single percentage point.

In a separate poll conducted by USA TODAY and Suffolk University, Harris garnered 45% support compared to Trump’s 44%. This marks a significant shift since August, reflecting the dynamic nature of the race as both candidates work to energise their bases ahead of the November 5 election.

While Harris makes her case to voters, Trump is actively campaigning in swing state North Carolina, aiming to solidify his support among undecided voters. His strategy hinges on addressing key concerns, particularly the economy and public safety, as he seeks to regain momentum in a race that has seen fluctuating poll numbers.

In another significant development, the Georgia Supreme Court recently rejected an emergency appeal from Republicans to reinstate a controversial ballot hand-count rule. This decision follows a ruling by trial Judge Thomas A. Cox Jr., who deemed that the Georgia State Election Board lacked the authority to impose the hand-count requirement, alongside six other election rules that have been struck down. Critics of the hand-count rule have warned that it could jeopardise public confidence in the electoral process and pose challenges for election workers ahead of the state’s November 12 county certification deadline.

Georgia Republican Party Chairman Josh McKoon expressed disappointment with the court’s ruling, vowing to continue their legal efforts in the future to restore what he describes as necessary measures for electoral integrity.

With just two weeks remaining until Election Day, the stakes are high for both candidates. The landscape remains fluid as Harris and Trump prepare for pivotal moments that could determine the course of the election and the future of American politics.