• 61% of Americans view Biden’s presidency as a failure, with his approval rating at a record low of 36%.
• Key issues like immigration, the economy, and foreign policy fueled widespread dissatisfaction.
• Biden’s favorability rating dropped to 33%, with 58% holding an unfavorable view of him.
• Allegations of censorship and Hunter Biden’s corruption scandals further damaged his legacy.
• Public optimism shifts to Trump’s 2024 return, with hopes for economic recovery and stability.

As President Joe Biden prepares to leave the White House, a new CNN poll reveals a damning verdict from the American public: 61% believe his presidency was a failure, with his approval rating matching a record low of 36%.

The survey, which was released on Wednesday, underscores widespread dissatisfaction with Biden’s handling of key issues, including immigration, the economy, and foreign affairs. With only 38% describing his tenure in the White House as a success, Biden’s legacy stands in stark contrast to his Democratic predecessors, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, whose presidencies were viewed favorably by 68% and 65% of Americans, respectively, despite their many failures.

The findings are hardly surprising given Biden’s track record. From soaring inflation and a chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan to a border crisis that saw more than 8 million migrants enter the U.S. — 60% of them illegally — Biden’s policies have left many Americans disillusioned. His favorability rating, a measure of personal sentiment, is even lower at 33%, with 58% of those polled saying they held an unfavorable view of the outgoing president.

A legacy of disappointment

Biden’s presidency began with high hopes among those who voted for him, but his administration quickly faltered. Inflation surged to levels that had not been seen in four decades, hitting families very hard at the gas pump and grocery store. His immigration policies, which were often criticized as dangerously lenient, led to record-breaking border crossings, overwhelming communities, contributing to growing crime, and straining resources. Foreign policy missteps, such as the botched Afghanistan withdrawal and the Chinese spy balloon incident, further eroded confidence in his leadership.

The CNN poll highlights that Biden’s strongest policy areas according to those polled — environmental policy, healthcare, and protecting democracy — still garnered less than 50% approval. Even among Democrats, his approval rating stands at a dismal 71%, which is the lowest of his term.

Beyond policy failures, Biden’s administration has been accused of colluding with social media platforms to censor Americans, particularly those with conservative viewpoints. This erosion of free speech has sparked outrage and deepened distrust in his leadership.

Additionally, allegations of corruption surrounding his son, Hunter Biden, have cast a shadow over the president’s tenure. Critics argue that the Biden family’s influence-peddling schemes have undermined the integrity of the White House.

Hope for a Trump revival

As Biden exits, many Americans are looking to President-elect Donald Trump to undo the damage. Trump, who left office in 2021 with a 47% approval rating, has seen a resurgence in public support following his decisive victory in the 2024 election. Polls indicate growing optimism about his ability to address economic concerns and restore stability to the nation.

While Biden’s farewell address aimed to cement his legacy as a unifying leader, the numbers tell a different story. A majority of Americans view his presidency as a failure, with 42% attributing his shortcomings to personal flaws rather than external circumstances.

Joe Biden’s presidency will be remembered as one of the most divisive and disappointing in recent history. With record-low approval ratings and a legacy marred by policy failures and ethical controversies, his time in office has left many Americans yearning for change. As Trump prepares to take the reins, the nation hopes for a brighter future — one that undoes the damage of the past four years and restores faith in American leadership.

Sources for this article include:

NYPost.com

FoxNews.com

CNN.com