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Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is gaining ground on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in the polls, which is causing quite a stir among conservatives. The latest poll by Echelon Insights reveals that Ramaswamy is just a few percentage points behind DeSantis, who was once hailed as a hero for his anti-lockdown measures. Now, this isn’t to say that either of them stands a chance against the great and powerful Donald Trump, who still reigns supreme as the top contender to take on President Joe Biden in the next election.
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According to the poll, Donald Trump secured a whopping 49 percent of support from likely voters nationwide, leaving DeSantis in the dust with a mere 16 percent. Ramaswamy, on the other hand, managed to gain a couple of points and snag third place with 10 percent. It’s clear that Trump’s influence in the Republican Party is unwavering, as he continues to dominate the competition.
But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows for Biden either. The poll asked voters if they would support the Republican or Democratic nominee for president, and the results were telling. The Republicans garnered 44 percent support, while the Democrats received 46 percent. This slim lead for the Democrats shows that their stronghold is starting to crumble, and conservatives are ready to take back the White House.
Moreover, a whopping 59 percent of respondents said they do NOT want President Biden to run for a second term. Ouch! It seems that the president’s track record on the economy isn’t sitting well with voters either. Despite Wall Street’s partial recovery from a disastrous 2022, investors are still wary of potential interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve. This uncertain economic climate has left 59 percent of voters dissatisfied with Biden’s handling of the economy. Can’t say we’re surprised.
With all this dissatisfaction towards Biden, it’s no wonder that candidates like Ramaswamy are gaining traction. They have the potential to shake up the Republican primary and give President Trump a run for his money. DeSantis, once seen as a strong contender, stumbled out of the gate with a glitch-ridden campaign rollout on Twitter. Add to that the loss of endorsements from Florida’s Republican congressional delegation, and it’s clear that DeSantis is missing the mark.
Ramaswamy, however, has been making waves by capitalizing on President Trump’s indictment over handling classified documents. He staged a press conference outside a Miami courthouse, where he called on all Republican candidates to promise a pardon for the former president if he is convicted by the Biden administration. Talk about playing the political game strategically!
In the end, Trump’s dominance remains unchallenged, and Biden’s popularity continues to plummet. It’s an exciting time in the world of politics, with contenders on both sides vying for the spotlight. As conservatives, we can only hope that the Republican Party unites behind a strong alternative to take down the Democrats and reclaim the Oval Office. The battle is on, and it’s anyone’s game!
Source: Trending Politics
