Staff Reports
In the latest twist of the ever-changing political landscape, California Governor Gavin Newsom has emerged as a possible replacement for President Joe Biden on the Democratic ticket. However, a recent poll conducted by Stack Data Strategy suggests that Newsom may not be the ideal candidate to go up against former President Donald Trump.
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Despite the discussions surrounding Newsom’s potential bid, the projections from Stack Data Strategy show that Trump is currently leading the California governor. Not only that, but the former Republican president also has an advantage over Vice President Kamala Harris.
The poll comes at a time when Biden’s poll numbers have been on the decline, which is causing some concerns among Democratic circles. With the presidential primaries and caucuses just months away, the pressure is on Biden to improve his standing. However, there has been no indication from the president that he plans to drop out of the race. Similarly, Newsom has vehemently denied any intentions of jumping in.
While Newsom has been a vocal supporter of Biden, defending his presidency against GOP leaders, he has also faced criticism for allegedly running a “shadow campaign” of his own. These mounting problems within Biden’s reelection efforts, including concerns about his age, economic plans, and border issues, create a challenging environment for the president.
On the other hand, Trump remains a formidable threat to Biden. The poll reveals that Trump is leading Biden in the Electoral College, with 292 electoral votes compared to Biden’s 246. Trump appears to be on track to retake crucial swing states such as Arizona, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, which he won in 2016 before Biden flipped them in 2020.
In a hypothetical matchup, Biden would garner more Electoral College votes than Republican Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida, leading 359 to 179. DeSantis, who was once seen as a potential threat to Trump’s base, has seen his own presidential campaign lose significant ground in recent weeks.
Overall, the poll conducted by Stack Data Strategy raises important questions about the potential success of Newsom as a replacement for Biden and the ongoing strength of Trump as a leading contender in the upcoming election. With mounting challenges facing the Democratic Party, it remains to be seen how this will all play out. Stay tuned!
