Poll: Majority of Americans rate Biden’s presidency as "failed" or "fair"

A new national poll released by USA Today and Suffolk University shows that a significant portion of Americans believe President Joe Biden's legacy will be viewed unfavorably by history.

The survey, conducted from January 7-11, revealed that 44 per cent of voters nationwide believe Biden will be seen as a failed president, while 27 per cent predict he will be judged as a fair president. Only 21 per cent of respondents think Biden will be remembered as a good president, with just 5 per cent believing he will be regarded as a great one, Caliber.Az reports citing foreign media.

As Biden prepares to leave office on January 20, the poll indicates that many Americans are not optimistic about his tenure. Meanwhile, the survey also finds that 44 per cent of respondents believe former President Donald Trump will be seen by history as a failed leader, with 31 per cent saying they are excited for his return to the White House.

Despite his controversial first term, Trump has seen a rise in approval, particularly among independent voters. According to the poll, 52 per cent of Americans approve of Trump’s performance in office, up from the negative approval ratings he faced at the end of his first term. The poll notes a notable shift among independents, who have moved from a disapproval rating of minus 22 in December 2020 to a much narrower margin of minus 5 today.

Looking ahead, the poll also shows mixed emotions about Trump's return. While 31 per cent say they are excited, 31 per cent express fear about a second Trump presidency, and 12 per cent say they feel depressed by it.

As Biden approaches the end of his term, his approval rating stands at 43 per cent, with 54 per cent disapproving. The survey reflects the significant decline in Biden's popularity since mid-2021, which was largely driven by the botched US withdrawal from Afghanistan, the surge in COVID-19 cases, and rising inflation.

When asked to name Biden’s greatest achievement, nearly a quarter of respondents were undecided. However, 19 per cent cited infrastructure investment, while 10 per cent pointed to efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. On the other hand, Biden’s handling of immigration and the chaotic Afghan withdrawal were seen by many as his greatest failures.

The poll, which questioned 1,000 registered voters, has a margin of error of ±3.1 per cent.

By Vafa Guliyeva