California Governor Gavin Newsom has narrowed the gap with Vice President J.D. Vance in a recent presidential poll. The Emerson College survey shows Newsom and Vance tied at 45% each, with a single point separating them. This shift marks a notable change from earlier polls, where Newsom trailed by a wider margin. Both candidates have not yet announced their candidacy, but the results indicate rising interest in their potential campaigns. Pollsters emphasize that these numbers reflect the popular vote and not the Electoral College outcome. The gap remains narrow, with analysts stressing that three years is still a long time for the 2028 presidential race to unfold.
Source: https://gvwire.com/2025/10/21/poll-shows-newsom-narrowing-gap-with-vance-in-early-2028-matchup