Wow, what a moment on "CBS Mornings"! Adriana Diaz really caught the hosts by surprise with her report from Nevada.
Imagine going to multiple locations across a major swing state, only to find just one person in each spot willing to voice support for Vice President Kamala Harris. Now, that’s a tough sell in a place like Nevada, especially considering it’s historically leaned Democratic, at least in recent elections. Remember, no Republican has won there since George W. Bush back in 2004, but it seems like things are shifting a bit.
Diaz was clearly trying her best to get a balanced view. She talked to people from all walks of life — folks in restaurants, neighborhoods, and even Vegas, which is usually pretty blue. But the main takeaway?
People were more excited about Trump than anyone expected, and that’s not what you'd typically hear in a state like Nevada. What's really telling is that when Diaz and her team couldn’t find more than one Harris supporter at each stop, it paints a picture of a disconnect between the Vice President and voters on the ground.
CBS: "In every single restaurant, the people willing to talk to us, we could only find ONE Harris supporter in every restaurant." pic.twitter.com/m2wgTcwJ7z
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) September 17, 2024
A lot of the people Diaz spoke to were concerned about the economy — and who could blame them? Inflation, gas prices, job uncertainty — all of these factors have created an atmosphere of frustration. And many are blaming the Biden administration, which inevitably spills over to Harris, who is seen as part of the same team.
Then there’s the issue of the southern border. It’s no secret that immigration has been a hot topic, and legal immigrants Diaz talked to are worried about the chaos that seems to be happening right now.
With surveys showing Harris in a dead heat with Trump, this report adds another layer to the unfolding drama. Nevada has become a battleground, and Democrats, who once had a solid grip on the state, are seeing their margins shrink.
If this trend continues, Nevada might not be as blue as everyone thought. Diaz’s report really underscores how important those local voices are — they tell a different story than just looking at survey numbers or party lines. It’ll be interesting to see how this plays out, especially as we get closer to the election.