US President Joe Biden is running for re-election next year, but national opinion polls and weak job approval ratings suggest voters may not be keen to re-nominate him.
Mr Biden, 80, formally announced his 2024 re-election bid in April, telling voters the country is in a pivotal moment and he needs more time to “finish this job”.
The Democratic Party faithful, including elected leaders and top donors, are backing him up – but many voters still need convincing he is the best candidate the party has.
Significant numbers of Democrats have called for other options, expressing concern over Mr Biden’s age, mental acuity and a series of challenges ahead, both domestic and global.
The president’s approval ratings have also declined to the lowest of his tenure, in overall terms and among Democrats.
But with the party unlikely to schedule any debates ahead of the primary election, he is not expected to face a serious contest.
source:bbc
