Donald Trump Opens Largest-Ever Lead In New York Times Polling
In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has emerged with a significant lead in recent polling conducted by The New York Times, marking a notable shift in public opinion. Donald Trump opens largest-ever lead in New York Times polling.
Author:Paula M. GrahamReviewer:Hajra ShannonMar 04, 20241.7K Shares44.9K Views
In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has emerged with a significant lead in recent polling conducted by The New York Times, marking a notable shift in public opinion. Donald Trump opens largest-ever lead in New York Times polling.
According to the polling data, Donald Trump opens largest-ever lead in New York Times polling over President Joe Biden, his successor in the Oval Office. The findings reveal a dramatic change in the political landscape since the 2020 presidential election, with Trump now commanding a formidable advantage in popularity among voters.
The development comes amidst ongoing debates surrounding Biden's age and leadership capabilities, with critics raising concerns about the president's ability to effectively govern the country. These concerns appear to have resonated with a significant portion of the electorate, contributing to Trump's surge in support.
Former President Donald Trump leads President Joe Biden 48% to 43% in a new New York Times/Siena College poll released on Saturday. This is the biggest lead Trump has ever held in a New York Times/Siena or New York Times/CBS poll since he began his first presidential campaign in 2015.
Key Facts
- According to the New York Times, the poll also revealed that 47% of voters strongly disapprove of Biden's performance as president, which is greater than in any previous Times/Siena survey conducted since the start of his administration.
- The New York Times pointed out a number of new vulnerabilities for Biden and the Democrats, most notably a decline in support from working class voters of color who did not complete college. In 2020, Biden garnered 72% of these votes; however, a poll taken today shows Biden trailing Trump by just 47% in this category.
- The data indicates that two unpopular candidates are leading the contest; Biden's favorability rating is just 38%, and Trump's approval rating is a pitiful 44%.
- The New York Times reports that 19% of voters disapproved of both nominees; nonetheless, Biden leads among those voters, 45% to 33%; yet, Biden won this category by a three-to-one ratio in 2020, according to Times reporter Nate Cohn.
- One of the recent polls that have highlighted some of Biden's shortcomings is the HarrisX/Forbes survey, which gives Trump a 46% to 42% advantage. The average polling average for Real Clear Politics indicates that Trump would prevail by about 2% over Biden in a general election in 2024.
Majority Of Biden’s 2020 Voters Now Say He’s Too Old To Be Effective
According to the survey, there has been a significant change in the perception of Mr. Biden among those who supported him four years ago. Surprisingly, 61 percent of respondents stated he was "just too old" to be a successful president.
A significant portion expressed even greater concern: 19% of those who supported Mr. Biden in the 2020 election and 13% of those who declared their support for him in November stated that the 81-year-old president's advanced age made him unable to serve in his position.
Concerns regarding Mr. Biden's age span gender, ethnicity, and educational attainment, highlighted the president's inability to allay fears within his own party and counter Republican charges that he is mentally retarded. Of all registered voters, 73% felt he was too old to be of any use, and 45% said they didn't think he was capable of handling the position.
Conclusion
Donald Trump opens largest-ever lead in New York Times polling. The results of The New York Times polling serve as a reminder of the fluid nature of public opinion and the enduring influence of key political figures like Donald Trump. With the 2024 presidential election on the horizon, the dynamics of American politics are poised for further upheaval and uncertainty.
Paula M. Graham
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