The Facts

• According to a national survey by the New York Times and Siena College, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are deadlocked less than two months before election day, making Tuesday's presidential debate crucial.

• A day before the televised debate in Pittsburg, Trump leads Harris by one point, 48% to 47%. The poll ran from September 3 to 6.

• Since entering the campaign after President Biden stepped down in July, Harris has swiftly transformed into a serious contender from the relative unknown. However, the polls suggest she hasn’t made a breakthrough, making the race an even contest.