Staff Reports
President Joe Biden is having a tough time with his re-election campaign, facing a potential loss to former President Donald Trump in November. In Nevada, a state that usually supports Democrats, things are looking shaky for Biden. Reports say Trump is either tied with or ahead of Biden in recent polls by up to nine points.
The polls in Nevada are sometimes off, but they suggest trouble for Biden. Notably, Trump is leading among young and Hispanic voters. This is surprising since these groups often support Democrats.
Trump appears poised for victory in Nevada, a state that has consistently voted for Democrats since 2008 – Conservative Institute https://t.co/tHHhruA1Jn
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The economy is likely a big reason for Biden’s struggles. Nevada is facing high unemployment, inflation, housing costs, and low wages. Many people remember the good economy under Trump before the pandemic, which they miss.
Despite Biden and his allies spending $3 million on ads in Nevada, Trump has not spent any money. Trump still leads in the polls. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have made multiple trips to Nevada to drum up support, but it seems Trump has the edge for now.
While the election is still a few months away and things could change, Biden is facing an uphill battle in Nevada. If he can’t win in a traditionally Democratic state like Nevada, it doesn’t look good for his chances nationwide. Trump’s strong lead in key battleground states is a worrying sign for Biden’s re-election prospects.
