AP Poll Reveals Biden's Low Ratings on Economy, Guns, and Immigration

As President Joe Biden seeks reelection, public opinion on his performance remains mixed, particularly regarding the economy, gun policy, and immigration. This slideshow examines the latest poll results and highlights the concerns and perspectives of American adults.

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Economy Approval Rating

Only 33% of American adults approve of President Biden’s handling of the economy, while 24% believe national economic conditions are in good shape, according to a recent poll.

Economic Challenges and Homeownership

Zoie Mosqueda, 24, from West Texas, expresses frustration over the high mortgage interest rates (around 6.9%), making homeownership currently unattainable for her family.

Disappointment in Gun Policy

Concerns about gun violence are prominent, with just 31% approving of President Biden’s performance on gun policy. Recent mass shootings have left citizens like Zoie Mosqueda wishing for stronger action.

Immigration Policy Approval

Even among Democrats, only approximately half approve of President Biden’s handling of immigration policy, highlighting dissatisfaction with his efforts in this area.

Disapproval and Economic Impact

Bob Vought from St. Petersburg, Florida, strongly disapproves of President Biden’s handling of the economy, emphasizing the personal financial toll of inflation on his Social Security benefits.

Border Security and Immigration

Bob Vought also expresses frustration with the “out of control” rise in illegal border crossings, despite voting for Biden in 2020.

Biden’s Return from G7 Summit

President Biden returns from the G7 summit in Japan, where discussions on the global economic impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine took center stage.

Negotiations on U.S. Borrowing Authority

The Biden administration engages in negotiations with Republican lawmakers to raise the U.S. borrowing authority, preventing a potential default that could severely impact the global economy.

Worries of Catastrophe and the Economy

Bob Vought expresses concerns about the consequences of not reaching an agreement on the U.S. debt limit, emphasizing the potential catastrophe for the country.

Recognition of Biden’s Accomplishments

John Billman from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, credits President Biden for the passage of the $1 trillion infrastructure bill and the $280 billion CHIPS Act, as well as the historically low unemployment rate of 3.4%.

Toxic Political Environment

John Billman laments the increasingly toxic political conversation since the January 6, 2021, insurrection, expressing concern over the level of anger directed towards the government and President Biden.

Economic Approval Among Democrats

While 61% of Democrats approve of President Biden’s handling of the economy, they remain pessimistic about the current state of the nation’s economy.

Bipartisanship and Moving Forward

Some Democrats, including Karen D’Andrea from Port Lucie, Florida, express frustration over the lack of bipartisanship and hope for a collaborative approach to improve the country’s future.

Public Opinion Snapshot

Public opinion on President Biden’s performance is divided, with approval ratings varying on the economy, gun policy, and immigration. Concerns and frustrations underscore the need for addressing key issues to gain broader support.

Reflecting Public Sentiment

The poll findings highlight the complex challenges facing President Biden as he seeks reelection, emphasizing the importance of addressing economic concerns, gun policy, and immigration to gain broader public support.