Biden’s Poll Numbers Lagging Behind Trump’s Despite Strong Economy

President Biden should be on track for an easy re-election, but recent polls, especially NBC News’ this week, show him falling further behind likely GOP nominee Donald Trump.

The latest economic reports should be boosting Biden’s political standing

These headline numbers ought to guarantee a landslide re-election.

Yet Biden continues to slip, even against an opponent with historically high negative ratings.

Three things may explain why Biden is struggling when he should be thriving.

First, below the headline economic numbers are indicators the overall economy may not be strong or benefiting most Americans.

The polls show a majority of voters don’t think Biden can complete a second term.

So why give him one?

Second, even though consumer sentiment is trending positive, the number of Americans who tell pollsters the country is on the “wrong track” continues to clock in at more than 70%.

This is likely because of social issues, especially crime and out-of-control immigration.

But third, there is the obvious elephant in the room.

While elephants never forget, Biden can’t remember much of anything.

Demo[c1]crats are actively whispering about this problem among themselves but with few exceptions are unwilling to speak openly about it or do anything about it.

The polls show a majority of voters don’t think Biden can complete a second term.

So why give him one?

Steven F. Hayward is the Gaylord visiting professor at Pepperdine University’s School of Public Policy.