Former President Donald Trump continues to hold an advantage over President Joe Biden in the crucial U.S. states that will likely determine the outcome of the 2024 White House race, according to a recent poll.
According to the Bloomberg News-Morning Consult survey, Trump currently enjoys an average support of 48% among swing-state voters, while Biden stands at 42%. This poll focused specifically on seven battleground states.
Interestingly, Trump’s lead over Biden was most significant in North Carolina with a margin of 10 percentage points. On the other hand, his advantage was smallest in Arizona and Pennsylvania, with a difference of just 3 points, as indicated by the chart below.
When respondents were questioned about trust in handling the U.S. economy, 51% of swing-state voters expressed their confidence in Trump, while only 33% believed Biden would be better equipped for the task.
In terms of immigration, a majority of 52% stated that they considered Trump to be the stronger candidate on the issue, while only 30% favored Biden.
However, there is one positive aspect for Biden’s re-election campaign. Among voters in these battleground states, 53% claimed that they would not be willing to support Trump in the general election if he were to be found guilty of a crime. Furthermore, 55% stated that they would not back him if he were sentenced to prison.
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Trump Faces Charges in Washington, D.C. and Georgia
Former President Trump is currently facing charges in both Washington, D.C. and Georgia’s Fulton County. These charges are related to alleged interference in the 2020 election. In addition, Trump was also indicted last year in a hush-money case and a case involving classified documents. Despite these legal challenges, Trump vehemently denies any wrongdoing and argues that the prosecutions are politically motivated. Many Republican voters stand by his side and have shown their support for him.
Swing-State Poll Reveals Trump’s Lead
A recent swing-state poll has shed light on the popularity of former President Trump. The survey conducted by The New York Times and Sienna College in November indicated that Trump was leading Joe Biden by three to ten points in five out of six battleground states. This data further solidifies Trump’s influence within the Republican party and sets the stage for a potential rematch between him and Biden in the next general election.
Nikki Haley’s Presidential Aspirations
While Nikki Haley remains a contender for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, she is often considered a longshot. As a result, many political analysts have shifted their focus towards preparing for a potential Trump-Biden rematch in the upcoming election. With Haley’s chances evaluated as slim, it seems that the attention will once again be on the two former rivals battling it out on the national stage.
Stock Market Awaits Federal Reserve Announcement
On Wednesday, the main U.S. stock gauges such as SPX DJIA COMP experienced a slight dip as investors eagerly awaited an announcement from the Federal Reserve regarding interest-rate policy. The outcome of this announcement has the potential to significantly impact the stock market, leaving traders and investors eager for any information that will shape their future strategies.
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