In a surprising turn of events, a recent poll conducted by NBC News has revealed that former President Donald Trump is currently leading President Joe Biden by five points in a potential 2024 election. The news was shared by NBC News correspondent Kristen Welker during Sunday’s broadcast of “Meet The Press,” leaving both Welker and her colleague Steve Kornacki astonished by the numbers.
“What we have here are some truly stunning numbers,” Welker exclaimed to Kornacki, who agreed with her sentiment. “When you ask folks, ‘Hey, if it’s the general election and it’s Trump versus Biden,’ in our poll, Donald Trump now leads Joe Biden by five points. Compare that to the last time we pulled back in November. Trump was ahead then, but it was only by two points.”
Kornacki further emphasized the significance of these findings, stating, “Over time, we have been testing for five years now, going back to 2019. A Biden-Trump match-up. Remember 2019, 2020 Joe Biden led. He led big in every single one of our polls. For the first time in November, Donald Trump pulled ahead in our poll. And now, at five points, this is the biggest lead NBC has ever had in 16 polls for Donald Trump over Joe Biden.”
The poll also revealed that President Biden’s approval rating currently stands at 37% in favor and 60% disapproved. This marks the lowest approval rating since former President George W. Bush’s second term, as highlighted by Welker.
Furthermore, when it comes to voters’ confidence in handling the U.S. economy, Trump received a 55% rating compared to Biden’s 33%. This stark contrast left Welker astounded as she exclaimed, “Wow.”
The economy has been a major talking point throughout Biden’s presidency thus far, with jobs on the rise and inflation under control. However, it appears that voters are not giving him enough credit for these positive developments, according to Kornacki.
The latest NBC News national poll has shed light on the shifting dynamics between Trump and Biden, painting a picture of a potential 2024 election that could be fiercely contested. It is evident that Trump’s support has surged in recent months, surpassing Biden’s lead from previous polls. The outcome of this poll serves as a wake-up call for the Biden administration, urging them to address the concerns and priorities of the American people effectively.
While these poll results do not guarantee the outcome of a future election, they provide valuable insights into the current political landscape and the sentiments of the American electorate. As the 2024 election approaches, both Trump and Biden will undoubtedly need to strategize and mobilize their supporters to secure victory. The battle for the presidency is far from over, and it remains to be seen how these numbers will evolve over time.
