Polls indicate that other Democratic candidates are doing better than Biden against Trump.

As the dust settles from the recent presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, new polls have emerged that paint a concerning picture for Biden’s campaign. The latest national poll from Bendixen & Amandi, revealed by Politico, shows Biden trailing Trump by a narrow margin of 42% to 43%. This close race underscores the challenges facing the incumbent president as he seeks re-election.

Interestingly, the poll also highlighted that other prominent Democrats may have a better chance at defeating Trump. Vice President Kamala Harris, who is increasingly being mentioned as a potential replacement for Biden, is neck and neck with Trump at 42% to 41%. Surprisingly, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, despite not actively considering a run for the presidency, outperformed both Harris and Biden with 43% support compared to Trump’s 41%.

Furthermore, when paired with Harris as his running mate, Clinton’s poll numbers improved even further, with the duo beating out Trump by 43% to 40%. However, Clinton has publicly stated that she has no intention of seeking the White House again, leaving the door open for other Democratic contenders.

California Governor Gavin Newsom and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, two other Democrats speculated to potentially replace Biden, did not fare as well in the poll. Newsom trailed Trump at 37% to 40%, while Whitmer lagged behind at 36% to 40%. These results suggest that the Democratic party may need to carefully consider its strategy moving forward.

One of the major concerns highlighted in the poll was Biden’s cognitive fitness for the presidency. A significant portion of likely voters who watched the debate, 61% to be exact, expressed doubts about Biden’s mental capacity and physical stamina to serve a second term in office. This sentiment could have a significant impact on voter perceptions leading up to the election.

In a separate AARP poll conducted by Fabrizio Ward and Impact Research, Biden was found to be trailing Trump in Wisconsin, a crucial battleground state. Among voters aged 50 and older, 52% indicated they would support Trump over Biden, who only garnered 43% of their support. Among all voters in Wisconsin, Biden trailed Trump 38% to 44%, highlighting the challenges faced by his campaign in key swing states.

These poll results come amid growing concerns within the Democratic party about Biden’s ability to secure victory in the upcoming election. Nate Silver, founder of FiveThirtyEight, recently shared new state polls that show widening margins between Biden and Trump, indicating a challenging road ahead for the Biden campaign.

While polls are not definitive indicators of election outcomes, they do provide valuable insights into voter sentiments and preferences. The latest polls, following the June 27 debate, suggest that Biden will need to work harder to regain lost ground and appeal to a broader base of voters.

As the election season progresses, the Democratic party will need to carefully evaluate its strategy and candidate selection to ensure it can mount a successful challenge against Donald Trump. The upcoming months will be crucial in determining the outcome of this highly anticipated presidential race.