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The Campaign Moment: Down-ballot Dems try to lift Biden
May 24, 2024
National political reporter Michael Scherer and White House reporter Tyler Pager discuss the need for popular down-ballot Dems to support Biden, Trump's claims about DOJ raid, controversy over Justice Alito's political flags. Fun banter about coffee brands and political branding, GOP narratives, and challenges Biden faces in June.
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- Popular down-ballot Democrats can boost turnout in battleground states for Biden.
- Trump's influence on Senate candidates and voter turnout dynamics present challenges for Republicans.
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Biden's Popularity Impact on Down-Ballot Democrats
Biden's candidacy effect on other races, especially in battleground states, showed a significant gap in popularity compared to other Democratic candidates. Despite Biden's struggles, candidates like Senator Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin are polling better, creating a unique situation where some Senate candidates are outshining Biden.
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