Primary Challenges Increase for Biden as Rep. Dean Phillips Joins Presidential Race Amid Plunging Approval Ratings

Minnesota Congressman's late entry into the 2024 race draws attention as Biden's approval ratings plummet, igniting potential for Democratic infighting and increased Republican optimism.

Rep. Dean Phillips has joined the 2024 presidential race as a new challenger to Biden within the Democratic party, contributing to concerns about Democratic infighting and heightened Republican optimism.
Phillips' decision to run comes as Biden's approval ratings plummet to an all-time low, with just 37% of surveyed voters reportedly happy with his performance according to a recent Gallup poll.
In his announcement, Phillips emphasized his concerns about Biden's poor polling and the need for a future-focused election. He claims to be the Democratic candidate who can win the 2024 presidential election.
Among the issues Democrats have raised about Biden's leadership are his age, unpopularity, and a perceived lack of policy accomplishments. There are also philosophical differences within the party about Biden's performance as the country's chief executive.
Phillips, by contrast, positions himself as a new generation of American leadership. He could snag a symbolic win in the New Hampshire Democratic primary due to Biden's absence from the ballot, potentially leveraged to show discontent with Biden's candidacy.