Joe Biden’s approval rating fell to the lowest level of his tenure, according to NBC News’ new poll, conducted between March 18-22 on the eve of the US president’s meeting with his NATO allies. Just 40% of respondents approve of Biden’s leadershipwhile the majority (55%) are against.
“You can’t lower your presidential approval rating to 40% unless you’ve strained your own base,” said Republican pollster Bill McInturff.
This was felt by 71% of those surveyed America is going the wrong waycompared to 22% who see government direction with good eyes.
When asked who or what that was responsible for the increase in inflationcurrently one of the most pressing problems in the country, 38% blamed Biden and his policies. When asked whether the president’s top priority should now be to bring down inflation and improve the economy, or to help end the conflict in Ukraine, 68% chose to resolve temporary issues, compared to 29% who said the prioritize the Ukraine crisis.
83% fear that the crisis in Eastern Europe will increase the cost of goods and services, including petrol, while 82% do not rule out the possibility The confrontation may involve nuclear weapons. In addition, 74 percent of respondents fear that their government will send combat troops to fight on Ukrainian territory.
“Americans were looking for more security and stability after the 2020 election,” said Jeff Horwitt, a Democratic pollster. “Whether in our country or abroad, these expectations have not been met,” he concluded.