Democratic strategist David Axelrod has cast doubt on President Joe Biden’s chances of winning a second term, asserting that the reelection race is far from a sure bet. Axelrod’s comments come in the wake of a New York Times/Sienna College poll revealing Biden’s trailing position against former President Donald Trump in five crucial battleground states.
In an interview with New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd, Axelrod expressed reservations about the Biden camp’s confidence, stating, “I think he has a 50-50 shot here, but no better than that, maybe a little worse.” The Democratic strategist cautioned against underestimating the challenges, drawing a parallel with past mistakes, saying, “They’ve got a real problem if they’re counting on Trump to win it for them. I remember Hillary doing that, too.”
Axelrod’s candid assessment elicited a sharp response from President Biden, who reportedly referred to the strategist as a “prick” in light of his unsolicited advice. Undeterred, Axelrod addressed the criticism, stating, “I don’t care about them thinking I’m a prick — that’s fine. I hope they don’t think the polls are wrong because they’re not.”
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The strategist’s concerns gain traction from recent poll results, where Biden faces challenges not only from the resurgent Trump but also amid questions about his approval ratings and age. Despite these hurdles, Biden and his supporters remain steadfast, pushing back against suggestions of a single-term presidency and expressing confidence in his ability to secure reelection.
