US Elections Unveiled: A Media Roundup
In the lead-up to the US elections, CeSPI presents a press review of major US newspapers, authored by Joseph Paul Kugler, an intern at CeSPI
The first numer below provides an update on the U.S. political landscape, as of late September through early October. This brief focuses on recent polling, legal developments and international influence on the election. In terms of polling Donald Trump has gained ground in key battleground states like Arizona, Georgia, and North Carolina, though the race remains tight overall, with Vice President Kamala Harris holding a narrow national lead. The election remains highly competitive, with economic concerns and immigration policy influencing undecided voters. Meanwhile Trump’s federal election case continues to develop, with new evidence detailing his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. On the international front, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky’s most recent visit to a U.S. munitions factory in Pennsylvania underscores the influence of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the election. Trump and Harris have adopted starkly contrasting positions on U.S. support for Ukraine, with Trump advocating for immediate negotiations with Russia and Harris maintaining a strong stance in favor of continued aid. For an Italian audience, this brief provides a comprehensive look at how U.S. domestic and foreign policy debates may influence the upcoming election.