First Lady Jill Biden Dismisses Concerns Over Biden's Lagging Poll Numbers in Battleground States

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Politics
03/04/2024 21h21

In a recent appearance on "CBS Mornings," First Lady Jill Biden brushed off concerns about President Joe Biden's re-election campaign, countering recent polling that shows former President Donald Trump leading in six out of seven battleground states for the 2024 election.

During the interview, CBS host Tony Dokoupil brought up a Wall Street Journal survey that revealed Trump's lead over Biden in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and North Carolina. The poll also indicated a tie between the two candidates in Wisconsin, with Biden failing to secure any leads in the battleground states.

However, Jill Biden interjected before the host could finish the question, asserting that her husband was not losing in all the battleground states. She confidently stated, "He's coming up, he's even or doing better. Once people start to focus in, and they see their two choices, it's obvious that Joe will win this election."

When asked if she had any worries about President Biden's re-election efforts, the First Lady firmly replied, "No, no, no. I feel that Joe will be re-elected."

This dismissive response from Jill Biden comes amid reports of President Biden's own frustrations and concerns over his re-election campaign. It was revealed that he grew increasingly agitated during a meeting in January upon learning that his poll numbers had dipped in Michigan and Georgia due to his handling of the Israel-Hamas war. Biden's outburst highlighted his desire for more recognition for his accomplishments and a need to emphasize his strengths in different states.

These frustrations also coincide with ongoing worries among Democrats regarding Biden's age and energy levels. Reports indicate that he has been holding closed-door meetings with top donors to assuage their concerns and ensure their support for the upcoming election.

As the 2024 election draws nearer, the contrasting narratives between the Biden administration's confidence and the poll numbers indicating Trump's lead in key battleground states continue to fuel discussions and analysis of the political landscape. It remains to be seen how these dynamics will evolve and shape the upcoming race for the presidency.

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