Although enthusiasm surged among Democrats after Kamala Harris took over as the party’s presidential candidate, the numbers reveal a concerning shift.

Since Joe Biden’s exit from the race in July, Democrats have lost a significant number of registered voters in Pennsylvania, a crucial swing state. While the party still holds a registration advantage, the gap has narrowed to its smallest margin in decades, making this race extremely competitive.

Despite adding nearly 40,000 new voters since Harris became the nominee, Republicans have outpaced them by gaining over 75,000. This ongoing shift has turned several traditionally blue counties, like Bucks and Luzerne, toward the GOP. Experts say this trend reflects long-term changes, with many former Democrats switching to the Republican Party in support of Donald Trump.

However, Harris’ campaign still sees potential, particularly in southeastern Pennsylvania, where Democratic registrations have increased in key areas like Philadelphia and its surrounding counties. Political analysts agree that Harris’ path to victory in Pennsylvania will rely heavily on maximizing voter turnout in these regions.

As both parties ramp up their efforts to mobilize voters, the outcome in Pennsylvania remains uncertain, setting the stage for a high-stakes and closely contested election.