President Biden’s Approval Rating Hits Record Low at 40%, Poll Shows
President Joe Biden’s approval rating has hit a new low, dropping to 40% in the latest national NBC News poll. The decline is attributed to disapproval of his handling of foreign policy and the Israel-Hamas war. Strong majorities of all voters, including Democrats and younger voters, are expressing dissatisfaction with Biden’s performance.
The poll reveals that Biden is now trailing former President Donald Trump in a hypothetical general-election matchup, although the margin is within the poll’s margin of error. This shift is particularly notable among Democrats, with many expressing concerns over Biden’s support for Israel and his foreign policy decisions.
Democratic pollster Jeff Horwitt notes that Biden is facing a unique challenge in his presidency, especially in how Americans are perceiving his foreign policy actions. However, he believes that Biden has the potential to win back disaffected voters before the 2024 election.
Despite the current political landscape, Horwitt emphasizes that there is still time for Biden to make a comeback, with potential political surprises and events that could reshape the narrative leading up to the election.
The poll also highlights a significant drop in approval for Biden’s handling of foreign policy, with only 33% of voters expressing support. Additionally, Biden’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war is met with disapproval from 56% of voters.
Looking ahead to the 2024 election, the poll shows Trump leading the GOP presidential race by a significant margin, with 58% of GOP primary voters supporting him. On the Democratic side, Biden maintains a strong lead over potential challengers, garnering support from 77% of national Democratic primary voters.
Overall, the poll reflects a sense of pessimism among voters about the direction of the nation, with concerns about the future for the next generation. Despite the challenges facing Biden, there is still room for change and unexpected developments that could shape the political landscape in the coming months.
