Staff Reports
A recent poll from Monmouth University shows that more Americans approve of former President Donald Trump’s performance in office than they do of President Biden’s current job performance. The survey also indicates that Mr. Trump’s retrospective job rating is higher than Mr. Biden’s current numbers. President Biden’s overall job rating remains negative, with 38% of Americans approving and 58% disapproving of his job performance.
In addition, the Monmouth poll found that nine of the top 10 states with the highest real GDP growth in the fourth quarter of 2023 are led by Republican governors. Republican-led states have been leading in job creation and economic growth since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Tennessee and Mississippi, both of which are Republican-controlled states, are the only states to have reached record low unemployment rates in 2024.
Inside the Beltway: Memory of Donald Trump playing better than the today of Joe Biden – https://t.co/QyGnlflVfo – @washtimes
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) June 12, 2024
Furthermore, Rep. Jodey Arrington discussed the Consumer Price Index report for May, which revealed that inflation has remained unchanged from April, with year-over-year inflation at 3.3%. According to the House Budget Committee, prices have increased by a total of 19.3% since President Biden took office, causing the average family of four to pay an additional $17,080 per year for the same goods and services.
Meanwhile, the New York Young Republicans Club is organizing a “patriotic evening” with Newsmax anchor Carl Higbie as the star of the event, along with an official celebration featuring cigars, bourbon, and scotch. The club, which was founded in 1911, is planning a gathering for its members in the city.
Finally, an Economist/YouGov poll of 1,595 U.S. adults conducted online from June 9-11 found that 43% of Americans say they are worse off financially than they were a year ago. This sentiment is particularly strong among Republicans, with 61% saying they are worse off financially. The poll also shows that 39% of U.S. adults say they are about the same financially as they were a year ago, while 14% say they are better off financially.
Overall, the Monmouth poll and various economic indicators highlight the challenges facing the Biden administration and the ongoing concerns about the economy and personal finances among Americans.
