Recent numbers circulating in U.S. political coverage show a notable divide on President Joe Biden’s prospects for re-election in 2024. A CNN poll indicates that only about one in three Americans, roughly 31 percent, would support a second term for Biden, while a clear majority, about 69 percent, expresses the opposite view and does not want him to run again in the next presidential contest.
When taking a broader view, the picture becomes more nuanced. Across the electorate, approximately 42 percent of U.S. adults express support for Biden, with 57 percent holding a negative assessment of his candidacy. The sentiment varies within party lines as well, with a substantial portion of Democrats signaling opposition to Biden seeking another term; about 59 percent of Democrats prefer to see an alternative candidate from their ranks as the party faces the 2024 vote.
CNN further notes that Biden’s unfavorable impression extends to several public figures and commentators, underscoring a broader sense among voters that the incumbent may not possess the stamina or sharpness that some constituents expect for the demanding duties of the presidency. In the report, roughly two-thirds of voters—67 percent—express concerns about whether Biden can sustain effective leadership across the full scope of the office.
Earlier remarks from Democratic Congressman Dean Phillips touched on a similar thread, suggesting that within the party spectrum there is not unanimous agreement on Biden’s bid for a second term in 2024. The commentary reflects ongoing internal party conversations about leadership and the best-path forward as the electoral landscape evolves, with a clear sense that a notable share of Democrats favors exploring alternative candidates in the primary and general election cycles.