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Gov. JB Pritzker is set to announce his campaign for a third term as Illinois governor, with campaign events in Chicago and Springfield, amid a record of progressive reforms, economic management, and national political engagement, while navigating political challenges and potential future ambitions.
President Biden's re-election campaign in Wisconsin stands out from other battleground states due to the state's maintained Democratic organizing network and heightened voter awareness of the stakes, driven by past political struggles and recent clashes over abortion rights and democracy. With Biden's visit to Milwaukee on Wednesday, Wisconsin Democrats express confidence in their existing infrastructure and ability to mobilize voters, contrasting with the concerns and urgency seen in other key states.
President Biden's re-election campaign ended January with nearly $56 million on hand, giving him a financial advantage over former President Donald J. Trump, whose campaign had about $30 million available at the end of the month. Biden's early financial strength is attributed to the Democratic Party's fund-raising support, while Trump faces challenges due to legal troubles. Both candidates are also raising money through joint fund-raising committees, with the full financial picture not entirely clear until April.
President Biden's aides are launching a new push to highlight the strength of the U.S. economy, aiming to turn a perceived political vulnerability into an asset as the re-election campaign heats up. The administration's confidence in the economy's resilience has grown, with Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen touting strong economic data and defending the administration's record. Despite some analysts warning of remaining risks, the White House is growing more assertive in its messaging on the economy, emphasizing the economy's performance and challenging previous forecasts of higher inflation and unemployment.
Jennifer O'Malley Dillon, White House deputy chief of staff, is leaving her role to take on a senior position in President Joe Biden's re-election campaign, as the campaign undergoes a staff shake-up. The move comes as the Biden team aims to adapt to the rapidly consolidating support for former President Donald Trump within the Republican Party. Current campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez will retain her title for now, and O'Malley Dillon's specific role in the campaign is yet to be determined.
First Lady Jill Biden made a brief visit to the Twin Cities as part of President Joe Biden's campaign for re-election in 2024. She attended a fundraiser and made an appearance at the Twin Cities Pride Festival, where she spoke about the administration's efforts to expand access for LGBTQ+ Americans and expressed support for the community. Biden's visit to Nashville mirrored her stops in Minneapolis, where she also attended a Pride festival and a fundraiser.
President Biden faces bleak approval ratings and opposition to his re-election, according to a new Washington Post/ABC News poll. However, the top Republican alternatives, former President Donald J. Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida, also do not have majority support. Most Democrats and Democratic-leaning voters prefer someone other than Biden in 2024, but there is no clear alternative candidate. The poll also reveals a disconnect between what Americans want and the options available to them.
Joe Biden plans to announce his re-election campaign next week with the slogan "finish the job," despite a 52% disapproval rating and nearly half of Democratic voters in key states wanting him to step aside. Biden will be 86 if he finishes a second term, making him the oldest president in history. His shakiness and struggles to answer simple questions have raised concerns about his fitness for office. Biden's reelection team is reportedly interviewing top staffers this week, but his message is already set: "We should stand behind him to finish the job."
A new poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows that only 47% of Democrats think President Joe Biden should run for re-election in 2024, while just 26% of Americans want him to run. However, 78% of Democrats approve of the job he is doing, and 81% said they would probably vote for him in the general election if he’s the nominee. Biden is expected to formally kick off his 2024 campaign with the release of a video next Tuesday, but many polls continue to show a majority of Democrats prefer a different party standard-bearer.
President Biden is expected to launch his re-election campaign with a video announcement next week, as he has long planned on running for a second term. Aides have said there was little urgency to make it official, given the lack of a serious Democratic primary challenger and the chaotic Republican field.