President Biden continues to hold a slight lead over former President Donald Trump in a recent poll of registered voters in Pennsylvania. This reflects ongoing concerns about Biden’s age, despite his current advantage in the polls.
According to the latest Franklin & Marshall Poll, Biden is ahead of Trump by just two points. The poll shows 42% of Pennsylvania voters supporting Biden, while 40% favor Trump. Pennsylvania is crucial in elections, having played a pivotal role in both Trump’s 2016 victory and Biden’s win in 2020.
Although Biden leads Trump in this poll, many Pennsylvanians worry about his age. At 81 years old, 40% feel he is too old for a second term. This concern has persisted since October 2023, suggesting ongoing debate about Biden’s ability to serve another term.
Joe Biden (Via David Solomon/Getty Images)
Trump’s campaign has highlighted Biden’s lower approval ratings and raised issues such as gas prices and crime. Despite Trump being favored on economic matters, Biden is seen as more trustworthy and having better character.
In a hypothetical head-to-head contest, Biden’s lead over Trump increases to 10 points, showing a potential shift in voter sentiment. However, the entry of third-party candidates changes the situation, reducing support for Biden among registered Democrats.
Overall, the poll results underscore Pennsylvania’s importance in the upcoming election, as candidates like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. seek to appear on the ballot alongside Biden and potential third-party challengers.
