New polling shows Trump ahead in most battleground states for the 2024 election, Biden's immigration program brings migrants to the US, and the administration cancels plans to refill the strategic oil reserve despite rising gas prices.
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Trump leads Biden in battleground states due to economic appeal and Biden's low approval ratings.
Biden's immigration parole program allows migrants into the US via flights, facing backlash for releasing riot-linked immigrants.
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Trump Leads in Battleground States for 2024 Election
Recent polling from the Wall Street Journal reveals that Donald Trump is leading in most critical battleground states for the upcoming 2024 election. Trump maintains an edge over Biden in states like Arizona, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, with Biden's camp projecting confidence despite the unfavorable polling data. Factors such as Trump's strong economic appeal and Biden's approval ratings being significantly underwater in battleground states contribute to the perceived advantage for Trump.
Biden's Controversial Immigration Parole Program
President Biden's immigration parole program has allowed hundreds of thousands of migrants to enter the US via international flights, primarily landing in Republican-led states like Texas and Florida. The expansion of legal pathways aims to reduce illegal immigration, with specific nationalities eligible for parole. Concerns arise as a judge releases illegal immigrants linked to a border riot in El Paso, raising questions about the effectiveness and repercussions of Biden's immigration policies.
Biden Administration Cancels Restocking of Strategic Petroleum Reserve
Amid soaring oil prices, the Biden administration opts to cancel plans to replenish the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve, citing high costs. The SPR, initially created to address supply chain emergencies, was significantly drawn down by Biden to combat rising gas prices in 2022. Republicans criticize the political motives behind the SPR depletion, highlighting the administration's approach to energy policies amid escalating fuel costs for American consumers.
New polling shows Trump leading Biden in all battleground states except one, new details show a Biden immigration program flying hundreds of migrants into the U.S., and the Biden administration cancels plans to restock the strategic oil reserve. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.