Kamala Harris pulls ahead of Donald Trump in latest polling, but the contest remains tight and unpredictable

Kamala Harris has a 2.8-point lead over Donald Trump in the latest national polls, with a +4 point lead in a new Morning Consult megapoll

Independent voters are leaning towards Harris, but capturing this vote will be crucial for either candidate to take the lead

Voters trust the Republican Party more to handle major policy issues like the economy and crime, but Democrats lead on healthcare

A substantial gender divide is emerging, with more men supporting Trump and more women voting for Harris

Harris polls best with young voters, female voters, and Black voters, but has lost some leverage among white college-educated voters