Stacey Abrams underperforming with black voters: poll

On November 8, Georgians will cast their ballots to choose their state's next governor and senator.

A new poll shows gubernatorial incumbent Brian Kemp edging out challenger Stacey Abrams, with Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker essentially tied in the race for Senate.

The poll, conducted by the Atlanta Journal Constitution and the University of Georgia, surveyed 902 likely voters between July 14 - 22.

It found that 48 percent of respondents preferred Kemp, with Abrams five points behind.

Georgia Democrats typically garner over 90 percent of the Black electorate, and Republicans view it as a victory if they...