Biden's Woes Mount as Trump Ascends in Key Battlegrounds

CNN's John King predicts Trump could garner 330 electoral votes and win handily if current trends hold. Biden's approval and ballot numbers are dwindling, with Democrats expressing concern.

In a concerning development for President Joe Biden, CNN's chief national correspondent John King has warned that Trump could secure a substantial 330 electoral votes in 2024 and emerge victorious against Biden. This projection stems from recent polls indicating Biden's approval rating and ballot number hovering below 40% in crucial battleground states.

King emphasized the significance of these findings, noting that a turnaround for Biden with only 16 weeks until the election would be "very hard." The Democrat's declining support is evident in Virginia, where a recent Virginia Commonwealth University-Wilder School poll shows Biden's plummet from 42% to 36%.

Biden's Woes Mount as Trump Ascends in Key Battlegrounds

Trump has gained traction in Virginia, leading by three percentage points, signaling Republicans' aspirations to flip the state after Biden's resounding victory in 2020. King also raised concerns about other battlegrounds, including Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Arizona, and Wisconsin, where Trump is either leading or competitive.

Democrats are growing anxious, recognizing the threat posed by Trump's resurgence. "Democrats are now worried, they think... what they're saying is the president's going to have to spend more time and more effort on places like Virginia because it is competitive," King observed.

Biden's Woes Mount as Trump Ascends in Key Battlegrounds

The dire state of Biden's standing is reflected in his poor approval numbers, unfavorable ballot numbers, and escalating concerns about his age and the economy. King believes Trump is "in command," while the president's numbers continue to worsen.

"Even if you go back to where we started, Donald Trump is in command and the numbers are getting worse for the president, Wolf, and Donald Trump has an opportunity with this convention to build it even more," King stated to CNN host Wolf Blitzer.

Biden's Woes Mount as Trump Ascends in Key Battlegrounds

Adding to Biden's woes, a recent poll indicates that 65% of Democrats favor his withdrawal from the race following his lackluster debate performance. The AP-NORC survey, conducted before Trump's assassination attempt in Pennsylvania, underscores the deep dissatisfaction within the Democratic Party.

As the political landscape shifts, Trump's influence within the Republican Party is solidifying. His focus on security resonates with many voters, as evidenced by the slogan "Make America Safe Once Again" highlighted at the Republican National Convention.

Biden's struggles underscore the challenges facing the Democratic Party in retaining control of the presidency. With Trump's resurgence, the path to victory has become increasingly narrow, and Biden's own weaknesses are exacerbating the situation. The electoral map is tightening, and the Democratic Party is left grappling with the sobering reality of a potential defeat if current trends persist.