Biden Fails to Inspire Confidence, Loses American Trust

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Key Takeaways

  • While the Israel-Hamas war remains unpopular, Trump receives higher marks in trust and voters recall his leadership as more stable and peaceful.
  • Progressive Democrats’ protests against the Biden administration’s Israel policies reflect shrinking support from Biden’s base.
  • Most voters are worried about the current state of the war and the future of Middle Eastern relations, not able to foresee a quick and peaceful end. 

Our Methodology

Demographics

All Voters

Sample Size

50,000

Geographical Breakdown

National

Time Period

7 Days

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Voter discussions surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict presents a deeply polarized view with significant political undertones. Discussions largely revolve around the U.S. foreign policy actions, handling of military aid, and the implications of these decisions on the war's progress.

  • Trump shows higher approval on the topics of wars, Israel, and Palestine compared to Biden.
  • Despite higher discussion volume around the same issues, Biden's approval continues to drop.

Joe Biden vs. Donald Trump 

While opinions are divided on whether the Trump and Biden administrations have positively influenced outcomes in the Middle East, many correlate Trump's decision to move the embassy to Jerusalem and the Abraham Accords with a more stable region.

Trump supporters cite his strong stance on NATO and Israel as a positive, contrasting Biden's perceived weakness.

The conflict in Gaza is often discussed in conjunction with other global issues like the war in Ukraine, reflecting a broader debate on how the U.S. should engage globally under different administrations. Biden's support for Ukraine contrasts with Trump, who is perceived to de-escalate bloody conflicts and end “forever wars.”

Foreign Policy Moving Forward

Voters often criticize Biden for his policies and administrative actions, which could erode public trust. Trump, while controversial, often evokes a nostalgic sentiment among his supporters for perceived better days under his administration.

The intensity of criticism against Biden, coupled with calls for impeachment, suggests a significant trust deficit. Trump continues to maintain a loyal base that trusts his leadership, as evidenced by supportive tweets and calls for his re-election. 

Given current discussion trends and polarization in public opinion, it seems likely his base may trust Trump more than Biden’s base trust the current administration. This is particularly true for anti-Israel progressives. However, increased trust in Trump does not necessarily extend beyond his base, and the public might be more divided in their trust between the two leaders. 

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