Biden’s Approval: 38%, Reelection Uncertain
This week’s White House Report Card: Biden Struggles, Trump Faces Legal Woes
President Joe Biden continues to face challenges in securing funding for Ukraine, experiencing a decline in public approval ratings, and struggling to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza.
But as pollster John Zogby noted in his weekly review, at least he isn’t former President Donald Trump who has to come up with $350 million while he appeals a New York business fraud case.
Today marks the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and Biden is set to participate in a G7 call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, it remains uncertain what promises he can make, given his inability to gain congressional support for increased funding for Ukraine.
Biden’s approval rating has further declined this week, with Gallup attributing it to disapproval of his handling of Ukraine, immigration, and the Middle East. Gallup somberly reported, “Americans’ approval of President Joe Biden’s job performance has edged down three percentage points to 38%, just one point shy of his all-time low and well below the 50% threshold that has typically led to reelection for incumbents.”
They added, “Looking ahead to November, history suggests that Biden has significant work to do to improve his approval rating among independents as well as Democrats if he is to win a second term.”
Zogby, grading Biden a “B” for the week, highlighted improvements in hiring. However, conservative analyst Jed Babbin gave the week an “F,” echoing Gallup’s emphasis on the administration’s failures.
Jed Babbin
Grade: F
According to President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump is allegedly out to destroy democracy, and everyone should be held to the same standard of obeying the law. However, it seems like a one-way street for Biden & Co.
Biden, after canceling another billion dollars in student loans to gain votes, regaled a California campaign audience this week with stories of how Republicans tried to stop him and sued him, even with the Supreme Court ruling against him. Yet, he still claimed he would forgive the loans of 153,000 borrowers, despite lacking the authority to do so.
That’s just the tip of the iceberg for this week, but it’s a start that cannot be ignored.
Meanwhile, Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH), the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, warned of a significant national security threat that Biden should declassify for public debate. White House Spokesman John Kirby revealed that the threat is Russia’s development of nuclear-armed satellites capable of destroying U.S. satellites. However, Biden has taken no action to address this threat.
In the Israel-Hamas conflict, Biden is seeking the help of the United Nations to secure a ceasefire. However, this approach could potentially leave Hamas terrorists in control of the Gaza Strip.
Fox News reported that U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials believe Biden’s open border policy has allowed approximately 7.3 million illegal aliens to enter the U.S. The northern border is also experiencing a 240% increase in illegal crossings.
There’s a powerful scene in the movie 1776 where John Adams, frustrated with Congress’ inaction, sings about liberty, asking, “Is anybody there? Does anybody care?” The same sentiment could be applied to the White House, but at this point, it would be a mournful tune.
John Zogby
Grade: B
Overall, it has been another relatively good week for President Joe Biden.
Unemployment filings have reached their lowest point in years, although this has not translated into a significant increase in his job approval ratings. Four polls released this week show him at around 40%, which is not great.
It certainly doesn’t hurt that a panel of 154 history and political science scholars ranked him as the 14th greatest president, while his likely opponent, former President Donald Trump, was ranked 45th – the lowest position, worse than traditionally criticized presidents like Buchanan, Fillmore, and Pierce. Perhaps the descendants of those presidents should express their gratitude to both the scholars and Trump. While there may be some bias among academics, being ranked 14th is commendable, while 45th is not.
Biden has imposed sanctions on Russian leaders following the death of dissident Alexei Navalny, and there may be some progress towards a limited ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza.
However, the real boost for Biden comes from his opponent, who must come up with nearly half a billion dollars in fines, interest, and legal fees while appealing his New York business fraud case. In an incredibly tacky display, Trump has resorted to selling his own brand of sneakers. This may give some Americans pause when considering voting for someone who could potentially be found guilty of felonies before Election Day. It’s a whole different story when you have to contemplate a man standing naked, wearing only a barrel and gold sneakers. Compared to that, Biden has had an even better week.
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Jed Babbin is a Washington Examiner contributor and former deputy undersecretary of defense in the administration of former President George H.W. Bush. Follow him on X @jedbabbin
John Zogby is the founder of the Zogby Survey and senior partner at John Zogby Strategies. Listen to his podcast with his son and managing partner, pollster Jeremy Zogby, here. Their firm conducts polls for independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Follow him on X @ZogbyStrategies
How has President Biden made progress in his goal to vaccinate 70% of adults by July 4th?
R out of five adults have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and the administration is making progress in its goal to vaccinate 70% of adults by July 4th. Additionally, the economy is continuing to show signs of recovery, with job growth and increased consumer spending.
Biden has also made strides in infrastructure negotiations, with a bipartisan group of senators reaching an agreement on a $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan. While the details of the plan still need to be worked out, it is a positive step forward in addressing the country’s aging infrastructure and creating jobs.
However, challenges still remain. The situation in Ukraine continues to be a concern, as Biden struggles to secure increased funding and support from Congress. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East between Israel and Hamas is another area where Biden is facing challenges in achieving a ceasefire.
Furthermore, Biden’s approval ratings have declined, with criticism centered on his handling of these issues, as well as immigration. Historically, low approval ratings have posed challenges for incumbents seeking reelection, and Biden will need to make significant improvements to regain support among Democrats and independents.
In contrast, former President Donald Trump is facing his own set of challenges. He is currently facing legal woes, particularly in relation to a New York business fraud case where he will have to come up with $350 million while he appeals the case. This serves as a reminder that even though Biden is facing difficulties, he is not burdened with the same legal troubles as his predecessor.
In conclusion, it has been a mixed week for President Joe Biden. While he has made progress in areas such as vaccination efforts and infrastructure negotiations, he continues to face challenges in securing funding for Ukraine, addressing the conflict in the Middle East, and maintaining high approval ratings. On the other hand, former President Donald Trump is dealing with his own legal issues. The coming weeks and months will be crucial for Biden as he works to overcome these challenges and improve his standing among the American public.
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