The Daily Biden’s Slipping Support
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Jul 4, 2024 
Shane Goldmacher, a national political correspondent for The New York Times, provides keen insights into the shifting dynamics of the Biden-Trump race. He discusses how President Biden's disappointing debate performance has amplified voter concerns about his age and effectiveness, giving Trump a significant lead. The conversation highlights the growing dissent within the Democratic Party and Biden's struggle to rally support among voters. Goldmacher also touches on the broader implications these trends could have for the upcoming election.
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Significant Lead for Trump
- Trump leads Biden by a significant margin in the latest New York Times Siena poll.
- This represents Trump's largest lead ever recorded in a Times poll and a noteworthy shift in just one week.
Widespread Concern Over Biden's Age
- Voters express widespread concern over Biden's age and fitness for office.
- A majority across all demographics polled believe Biden is too old to be an effective president.
Men Swinging Towards Trump
- Men are the primary drivers of Trump's post-debate surge in the polls.
- Trump's lead among men has nearly doubled, while Biden's lead among women increased only slightly.