Biden's Israel War Handling: A Game Changer for Voters

Strategists warn that President Biden's handling of the Israel war may have limited impact on his re-election prospects, as domestic concerns like the economy historically supersede foreign policy in American presidential contests. Despite projecting himself as a world leader during a moment of peril, Biden's low approval ratings and concerns about his fitness for a second term continue to weigh him down. While his forceful proclamation of the nation's leadership on the international stage has given Democrats hope, perceptions of a bad economy persist. Polling suggests that broad majorities of Americans endorse Biden's support for Israel, but his stance has alienated some on the left wing of his party. The nature of the presidential campaign could change if the conflict in Israel continues to dominate the news, potentially presenting Biden as a wartime president with political risks.