Biden’s Approval Ratings Plummet as Trump Regains Lead and Competence Concerns Arise

In light of recent developments, the author, Fareed Zakaria, acknowledges that his predictions for President Biden’s reelection campaign may not come to fruition. While the economy has shown signs of improvement since Biden took office, Biden is facing an unexpected challenge from former President Donald Trump, who currently holds the lead in most swing states. Biden’s lack of credit for the strong economy also contributes to this shift, as Trump has gained a significant lead in terms of who voters trust to handle the economy. Furthermore, Biden’s approval ratings for his handling of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza have fallen short, leaving the Democratic Party more divided on the issue than ever before. Conversely, Republicans seem to be uniting around Trump, with opposition largely fading away in the primaries. The author suggests that Biden must take bold action to reverse these trends and regain voter support, particularly concerning his perceived competence. Additionally, third-party candidates such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Could potentially draw away votes from Biden. Overall, the author believes that Biden’s approval ratings on issues regarding competence have taken a hit due to concerns about his age. To combat this, Biden may need to implement drastic measures to prove his continued capacity to govern effectively.