In a recent survey conducted by YouGov, it has been revealed that former President Donald Trump holds an advantage over Vice President Kamala Harris when it comes to independent voters. The survey, released on Wednesday, shows that 42 percent of independent voters are planning to cast their ballot for Trump in the upcoming November election, while 37 percent expressed their intention to vote for Harris. 13 percent of independent voters remain undecided about their choice.

Highlighting the strong partisan divide, the survey found that Harris receives overwhelming support from Democrats, with 95 percent of them affirming their vote for her. On the other hand, Trump enjoys the backing of 91 percent of Republican voters. This suggests that both candidates are largely relying on their party base for support in the election.

The survey also revealed interesting insights into the considerations of independent voters. While 53 percent stated that they would not consider voting for Harris, 47 percent indicated that they would be open to casting their ballot in her favor. Conversely, 55 percent of independent voters said they would consider voting for Trump, with 45 percent stating that they would not.

The release of this survey comes at a time when Harris has been making progress in other polls. Despite launching her campaign a few weeks ago, Harris has managed to narrow Trump's lead in key battleground states. Her acceptance of the Democratic party's nomination at the Democratic National Convention further bolstered her position.

It is noteworthy that the survey coincides with independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspending his campaign and endorsing Trump. This development could potentially have an impact on the voter preferences among independent voters in the November election.

The YouGov survey, which was carried out from August 25 to 27, involved a sample size of 1,555 individuals. With a margin of error of 3.2 percent, its findings offer valuable insights into the current dynamics of the election landscape. As the race between Trump and Harris continues to unfold, these survey results serve as a snapshot of the sentiments among independent voters at this stage.

Overall, the YouGov survey indicates that former President Trump holds a small edge over Vice President Harris among independent voters. However, it's important to note that the election is still a few months away and changes in voter preferences cannot be ruled out. As both candidates strive to secure the support of independent voters, the upcoming months promise to be crucial in determining the overall outcome of the November election.