A new poll reveals that nearly two-thirds of Americans are losing confidence in President Joe Biden's mental capability to serve another term in office.
The survey, conducted by The Associated Press and the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, involved 1,002 American adults and showed an increasing number of citizens doubting Biden's competence.
According to The Associated Press, 63% of respondents harbor doubts about the mental capabilities of the 81-year-old president, including a third of the Democrats surveyed.
The poll also indicated that only 38% of American adults are satisfied with Biden's performance as president, with 61% disapproving.
Support for his performance varied significantly across political lines, with 74% of Democrats, 20% of independents, and just 6% of Republicans expressing approval.
Widespread dissatisfaction was also noted regarding his handling of various issues, including the economy, immigration, and foreign policy.
Around 40% of Americans approved of Biden's approach to climate change, abortion, and the war in Ukraine, while only 30% supported his handling of immigration and the conflict in Gaza.
About 57% of Americans believe the national economy is worse off than before Biden took office in 2021, and 69% feel he has largely failed to unite the country.
The survey also found that about 57% of American adults think Donald Trump, aged 77, lacks the mental fitness to serve as president again.
However, Trump received broader support from voters on issues like the economy, immigration, and foreign policy.
The poll highlighted a profound pessimism among participants regarding their potential choices in the upcoming November elections, likely featuring Biden and Trump, due to concerns about their age and deteriorating mental capacities.
Biden's recent increase in gaffes and verbal slips has raised concerns among voters and citizens about his mental and physical state.
Last month, Special Counsel Robert Hur recommended no criminal charges against the president after a months-long investigation into his mishandling of classified documents found in his Washington office and Delaware home, including information on military and foreign policy regarding Afghanistan.
Hur mentioned it would be challenging to convince a jury of Biden's guilt for a serious felony requiring a deliberate mental state, noting the president's advanced age and weak memory.
During questioning, Biden struggled to recall basic details, such as when he served as vice president. Hur's report noted Biden's foggy memory on the situation in Afghanistan and his inability to remember when his son Beau passed away.
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