CNN’s inaugural “Road to 270” electoral map shows President Joe Biden struggling to recreate his Electoral College majority from his successful 2020 campaign. As an incumbent president with stubbornly low approval ratings, persistent questions and concerns about his ability to serve another term, and diminished support from some key components of his winning coalition from 2020, Biden faces four criminal indictments consisting of 91 charges related to his attempts to overturn the legitimate 2020 election results, his mishandling of classified documents after leaving office, and allegedly obstructing law enforcement’s attempts to retrieve them, and his falsifying of business records to conceal a hush payment to keep an adult film star from going public with claims of an extramarital affair, which he denies, in the weeks leading up to the 2016 election.
This first snapshot of the Electoral College landscape in what will likely prove to be another very close and extraordinarily consequential presidential election highlights the path to 270 for Biden as he attempts to regain his previous majority. The map will undoubtedly change as the race formally takes shape and campaigns place their strategic bets on where to spend tens of millions of dollars on advertising, build organizations on the ground, and dedicate candidate and surrogate time on the trail.
There are far more unknowable factors than knowable ones at this point. While the year ahead is filled with uncertainties, one dynamic that has become increasingly entrenched in American politics is the polarization of the electorate, accelerated by Trump’s arrival on the political scene.
Despite these challenges, Biden remains optimistic about his chances of success in the upcoming election. He is focusing on key issues such as healthcare, climate change, and social justice reform, which he believes will resonate with voters across the country.
As for Trump, he continues to push false claims about the legitimacy of the 2020 election results and maintains a strong base of support among Republican voters. His campaign strategy revolves around criticizing Biden’s handling of the border crisis and promoting policies that cater to conservative values.
In conclusion, the road to 270 for both candidates is fraught with uncertainty and obstacles. However, the outcome of the election will ultimately depend on how effectively each candidate can navigate these challenges and connect with voters