Staff Reports
President Joe Biden’s economic agenda is getting mixed reviews from Democrats, which could spell trouble for his reelection bid. Despite touting his job growth policies, Biden has faced criticism from within his own party. One major point of contention is the increase in labor union strikes. Workers across industries are either threatening to strike or have already done so, putting pressure on the administration. The United Auto Workers union and UPS Inc. workers are among those demanding better pay and working conditions. Hollywood is also at a standstill with actors and screenwriters asking for increased compensation. These labor disputes undermine Biden’s claim of being the most “labor-friendly president in history.”
Rifts between the Democratic Party and President @JoeBiden could complicate his path to reelection as GOP front-runner former President Donald Trump is proving to be a formidable opponent.https://t.co/mhc0HGcY1a
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) September 5, 2023
Another issue plaguing Biden is the immigration crisis at the border. Cities are struggling to house the influx of immigrants who crossed illegally after Biden ended Title 42. While Republican-led states have criticized Biden’s handling of the crisis, he is also facing backlash from his own party. New York City, in particular, has been hit hard by the influx of immigrants, leading to conflicts between Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams over how to address the issue. Democrats, including Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have called on the federal government to provide more assistance, highlighting immigration as one of the administration’s weakest points.
Biden is also facing tension within his party over the Inflation Reduction Act. Senator Joe Manchin has been feuding with the president over certain provisions in the legislation. Manchin, who has a history of challenging his fellow Democrats, has accused the administration of pushing a “radical climate agenda” and reneging on their agreement. This disagreement could have implications for Biden’s green agenda and further complicates his relationship with the party.
Despite these challenges, Biden maintains a lead in national polls. However, a majority of Democrats do not want to see him run again in 2024, according to a recent poll. While there is some dissatisfaction within the party, most Democrats would support Biden if he becomes the nominee.
