In recent polling data for the 2024 presidential election, former US president Donald Trump has surged ahead of incumbent Joe Biden. The Wall Street Journal's survey indicates Biden's lowest approval rating in his presidency, consistent with other recent studies, raising concerns among Democrats just a year before the election. Trump leads Biden by four points in a head-to-head matchup, a significant shift in this poll's history. When factoring in five potential third-party candidates, Trump's lead expands to six points. Despite Biden expressing a desire for re-election, some Democrats are uneasy due to his age, 81 on election day and potentially 86 after two terms. The recent indictment of President Biden's son, Hunter Biden, on nine criminal tax charges in California, adds further challenges to his re-election prospects.
Key Points
1. Trump Surges Ahead in 2024 Polls: According to a recent Wall Street Journal poll, former US President Donald Trump has gained a four-point lead over current President Joe Biden in national polling for the upcoming 2024 presidential election.
2. Lowest Approval Rating for Biden: The survey also indicates that President Biden is experiencing the lowest approval rating of his presidency, reflecting a trend seen in other recent studies. This concerning finding is causing unease among Democrats as the election approaches.
3. Trump's Favorability in Head-to-Head Matchup: This marks the first time the Wall Street Journal poll has shown Trump as the favored candidate in a head-to-head test against Biden for the 2024 White House matchup.
4. Expanded Lead with Third-Party Candidates: When considering five potential third-party and independent candidates, Trump's lead widens to six points, reaching 37-31. These alternative candidates draw a combined 17 percent support.
5. Challenges for Biden's Re-Election Bid: President Biden faces challenges within his own party, with concerns about his advancing age and recent obstacles such as the indictment of his son, Hunter Biden, on nine criminal tax charges in California, potentially impacting his chances for re-election.
(With Agency Inputs)
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