Overview

• Polling data shows Harris' decision to campaign with former Republican Liz Cheney decreased enthusiasm among swing voters in Michigan and Pennsylvania.
• In both states, a majority of voters prioritized economic issues, particularly inflation and high prices, when deciding their vote.
• Harris' economic platform was popular, but voters believed Donald Trump was better equipped to address economic challenges and viewed him as the 'change candidate.'
• Independent voters in Michigan and Pennsylvania were significantly more enthusiastic about Harris when exposed to economic populist messaging than her collaboration with Cheney.
• Trump carried both Michigan and Pennsylvania by narrow margins, with voters citing the economy as the deciding factor in their support.