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In what's expected to be one of the closest presidential elections in our nation's history, many Americans are fired up ahead of November 5.

As Vice President Harris campaigns against former President Trump, both candidates continue making their case to the American people. Part of this involves taking shots at the policies and records of the opposition.

Fresh off a media blitz this week, Harris is releasing new ads, painting Trump as dangerous and unfit for a second term. The former president, on the other hand, argues America will be in dire straits if Harris becomes the next commander in chief.

In this year's election, 40% of Americans are projected to vote early. Though this is more likely among Democrats and Independents than Republicans. Older Americans have also shown a stronger propensity for voting in person, while younger people are more amenable to casting mail ballots.

As the vice president hits the campaign trails with running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, a new poll shows her leading Trump with suburban voters.

What suburban Americans make of Harris vs. Trump

While 47% of this key demographic favors the vice president, 41% is throwing their support behind Trump. Findings from Reuters and Ipsos confirm that voters in households of $50,000 to $100,000 in yearly earnings also back Harris over Trump by four points.

However, the numbers become more nuanced upon assessing the issues that certain suburban voters prioritize. For instance, those who view our nation's economy as their primary focus point hail the former president as the best handler.

Harris, for her part, is working to chip away at this by sharing her policy plans for an "opportunity economy." She's floated tax credits for new parents and tax incentives for home builders to create millions of new residences. The vice president, on the issue of lowering prices, has talked about going after companies that engage in "price gouging."

Suburban voters are expected to play a significant role in next month's election. How they cast their ballots could be a make-or-break factor for Harris or Trump. Ahead of November 5, both of the presidential candidates are subsequently working to woo these members of the electorate.