Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris maintains a narrow lead over Republican nominee former President Donald Trump as the betting favorite to win the White House, according to U.S. bookmakers. The odds have remained steady ahead of the Democratic National Convention, where Harris could potentially gain more momentum. As of late Sunday, Bet365 had Harris at -125 and Trump even money.
The convention may serve as a final boost for Harris before a tough stretch in the campaign. In past elections, the betting favorite has only lost twice since 1866, including Harry Truman’s upset victory in 1948 and Trump’s win in 2016. Joe Biden was the favorite in the 2020 race, according to Oddschecker.
Overall, the odds have remained in favor of Harris leading up to the convention, with various bookmakers listing her as the favorite. The betting market could potentially provide insight into the outcome of the election, as it has historically been an accurate indicator of the eventual winner. Observers will be watching the Democratic National Convention to see if it provides a significant boost for Harris as the campaign enters its final stretch.
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