Miami, Florida – A recent Morning Consult poll revealed that 60% of respondents, spanning both Republicans and Democrats, believe that the current president should be replaced by his party for the upcoming November election, with an additional 11% expressing uncertainty. The results come in the wake of a lackluster debate performance by President Joe Biden, raising questions about his viability as a candidate moving forward.
Despite the calls for a change in leadership, the poll indicated that Biden’s popularity remains relatively unchanged following the debate, with a marginal lead of 45-44% over Republican nominee Donald Trump. Furthermore, a post-debate poll by Data for Progress showed that while Biden trails Trump by a slim margin, no other Democratic candidate outperformed him in a head-to-head matchup with the incumbent president.
The survey also highlighted concerns about Biden’s age, with 53% of respondents expressing worries about his ability to serve for another term due to his age, physical, and mental health. This sentiment was echoed in a CBS poll conducted post-debate, which found that 72% of registered voters doubted Biden’s mental and cognitive capabilities to fulfill the duties of the office.
The controversy surrounding Biden’s performance has sparked discussions about potential replacements within the Democratic Party, with Vice President Kamala Harris emerging as a leading candidate should Biden decide to step down. However, Biden’s allies remain adamant that he will continue to run for re-election despite mounting pressure from within the party and the media to withdraw from the race.
The polls reflect a divided opinion among voters, with a significant portion of Democratic-leaning individuals favoring Biden’s exit from the race, while others stand by his candidacy. As speculation mounts about a possible change in leadership, the Democratic Party faces a crucial decision about its nominee for the 2024 presidential election.