Staff Reports
This week’s White House Report Card found President Joe Biden struggling with the economy and foreign policy, earning him low grades from Democratic pollster John Zogby and conservative analyst Jed Babbin. On the economic front, Biden downplayed inflation and rising unemployment, stating that people are managing well financially. However, the University of Michigan Survey of Consumers sentiment index for May dropped significantly, indicating public concern.
In foreign policy, Biden faced criticism for his stance on Israel and the withholding of congressionally approved arms. Both Republicans and Democrats questioned the motivations behind his decisions, leading to further scrutiny of his leadership. Zogby and Babbin both highlighted Biden’s disconnect with the American public and his presidency’s ongoing challenges.
This week’s White House Report Card finds President Joe Biden fumbling with the economy and foreign policy worse than former President Jimmy Carter did in 1980, the year he lost in an electoral landslide to Ronald Reagan.
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) May 11, 2024
Biden’s economic claims, including inflation and job creation, were called into question by Babbin, who criticized the president for reckless spending. Additionally, Biden’s decision to extend healthcare benefits to 100,000 young undocumented immigrants drew further disapproval from conservatives. Meanwhile, his pause on arms shipments to Israel and reported mental acuity issues within his administration raised concerns about foreign policy effectiveness and leadership stability.
Overall, the assessments from Zogby and Babbin reflect a growing dissatisfaction with Biden’s performance, particularly in economic and foreign policy matters. As the Biden administration continues to face scrutiny and criticism, the public’s confidence in his leadership remains uncertain.
