SHIFT in MATCHUP – Biden-Trump
A new Fox News poll shows a three-point change in the contest between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump since May. The poll underscores shifting voter attitudes as the 2024 White House race heats up.
According to the Poll: Biden has lost a bit of ground, and Trump has improved some. Lamont’s lead grows, and the Dem edge in the generic ballot expands: The change mirrors the fluid dynamics of the race and increases volatility among voters as the election draws closer. Currently, 48% of registered voters back Biden, and 44% support Trump. Biden led Trump by a larger margin in May.
Key Issues: There are several issues affecting the voting choices of voters like the economy, healthcare, immigration etc. Voters also appear to view how each candidate handled the COVID-19 pandemic and what, if any, plans they have for future pandemic preparedness as important. Inflation and job security plagued Americans as the economy was identified as a top concern for voters.
Demographic Breakdowns: The poll also offers insight into which side of the line various demographic groups are on. Biden leads among voters aged 18-34, while Trump is more popular among voters 65 years and older. The survey also shows that Biden does slightly better with female voters, while Trump has a slight edge among male voters. Similarly, his support varies with racial and ethnic group preferences.
Political Reactions: Both campaigns are reacting to the change in poll numbers. Biden’s campaign is addressing voter concerns is key ahead of the first election, and confident Biden will win a second term. A Biden campaign spokesman said: “Our focus is on getting results that benefit the American people out of government and on telling the story to voters.” Trump defenders, on the other hand, view the change as a favorable sign that support is increasing. The Trump campaign said in a statement: “The American people are watching the absolute horrors taking place in places like Minneapolis, and unlike Joe Biden, it is clear that the current administration believes in strong leadership.”
Fox News Poll: Three-Point Shift in Biden-Trump Matchup
Political Analysis: Experts argue that the change provided evidence of a closer race, and, perhaps, an exceptionally competitive election. A political analyst, however, said the newspaper also “showed both candidates have work to do in their respective bases plus with undecided voters.”
Bottom Line: The new Fox News survey indicates the race between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump has moved a bit in the last month – a 3-point shift since May. As the 2024 campaign season continues to unfold, both campaigns face their most important voter concerns in order to cement their support bases for the general election. In the months to come, whatever happens in the race, the significance of what we have will be revealed by what comes next.
