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Biden Leads Polls as Trump Faces Declining Popularity

2/12/2026

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Biden Leads Polls

President Joe Biden leads in a YouGov/Economist poll, 46% to 40% for U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump's popularity has fallen by 51 points since returning to office.
Ahead of the midterms, 43% expect a Democratic win and 27% a Republican victory.
Disapproval of Trump's economic policies stands at 57%.
Sixty-two percent say the country is 'off on the wrong track,' signaling challenges for Trump as elections approach.

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Trump's Approval Declines

The Rasmussen Reports survey shows 27% of likely voters believe America is in a "Golden Age," down from 52% in January 2025.
Fifty-eight percent of respondents say the country is not in this promised era.
Nearly half rate the U.S. President Donald Trump’s performance lower than his predecessor.
The results underscore growing dissatisfaction with his leadership as he faces upcoming elections.

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Biden Leads Polls

President Joe Biden leads in a YouGov/Economist poll, 46% to 40% for U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump's popularity has fallen by 51 points since returning to office.
Ahead of the midterms, 43% expect a Democratic win and 27% a Republican victory.
Disapproval of Trump's economic policies stands at 57%.
Sixty-two percent say the country is 'off on the wrong track,' signaling challenges for Trump as elections approach.

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