In a recent episode of Truth Thursday on the Rob Maness Show, Colonel Rob Maness discussed the dramatic shifts in polling that show Vice President Kamala Harris experiencing a significant decline in support. The episode, aired on Worldview Tube, featured Mark Mitchell, head pollster for Rasmussen Reports, as they delved into the evolving political landscape leading up to the next election.

Col. Maness, a decorated veteran with over 32 years of service in the U.S. military, began by highlighting the collapse of Harris’ polling numbers. He noted that several trusted pollsters had predicted this decline, and even mainstream outlets like NBC were no longer able to conceal it. According to Col. Maness, Harris, who once held a slight advantage in some polls, has seen her numbers reverse dramatically, putting her in a precarious position.

Mark Mitchell’s analysis pointed out that Harris’ polling has dropped due to a combination of factors, including public dissatisfaction with her responses during recent interviews, especially one with Fox News host Bret Baier. The pollster emphasized that Harris’ inability to address pressing issues like the border crisis and the economy during this interview had alienated many independent voters.

Mark Mitchell further explained that voters’ perception of President Biden’s administration has also played a role in Harris’ declining popularity. Many respondents in recent polls felt that Biden’s policies have negatively impacted their families, with only a quarter of voters stating that his policies have helped them. Additionally, when asked about the former President Donald Trump’s policies, 44% of voters believed that Trump’s policies had helped their families, compared to 31% who felt they were harmful. These numbers indicate that many voters now view Trump’s presidency more favorably than during his time in office, a trend that could prove pivotal in the upcoming election.

Col. Maness also addressed the so-called “October surprise,” discussing the supposed assassination attempt at Trump’s rally in California, a story that many in the media have labeled a hoax. Col. Maness expressed frustration with the mainstream media’s coverage and skepticism regarding the true nature of the event.

The conversation soon turned to Kamala Harris’ broader struggles with voter perception. Mark Mitchell noted that Harris’ authenticity, or lack thereof, has been a major factor in her polling decline. He pointed out that Harris’ support among Black women, a key demographic for the Democratic Party, has significantly diminished. Historically, Democratic candidates have performed well with Black women, but Harris has seen the worst performance in this group for a Democratic candidate since 1960, with only a 71-point margin compared to Biden’s 85-point margin in 2020.

The episode touched on the broader implications of Harris’ declining numbers, especially in swing states. Mark Mitchell explained that polling in critical states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and North Carolina shows a tightening race, with Trump pulling ahead or running neck-and-neck with Harris. Rasmussen’s daily tracking polls have shown consistent support for Trump, with the race largely locked in over the past several weeks.

Col. Maness and Mark Mitchell also discussed the role of the media and betting markets in shaping public perception. According to Mark Mitchell, the media has been slow to report on Harris’ decline, but betting markets have already shifted significantly in Trump’s favor. This suggests that while the media may be hesitant to acknowledge Harris’ troubles, financial markets are reacting more quickly to the realities of the race.

In a surprising revelation, Mark Mitchell mentioned that voters are not only concerned about the economy and immigration but are also increasingly worried about the state of democracy itself. Recent polling from Rasmussen Reports showed that many voters believe the U.S. is on the verge of a civil war, with 46% of swing-state voters in Pennsylvania stating that such a conflict is at least somewhat likely in the near future. This sense of division and uncertainty has become a defining feature of the current political climate.

As the episode concluded, Col. Maness and Mark Mitchell reflected on the broader implications of Harris’ collapse in the polls. For Maness, the takeaway was clear: the Biden-Harris administration has failed to address the concerns of everyday Americans, and this failure is being reflected in the polling data. Whether this trend continues as Election Day approaches remains to be seen, but for now, Harris faces an uphill battle in her bid to retain the support of key voting blocs.