President Biden delivered the commencement speech at Morehouse College this morning, addressing the graduates at the historically black and all-male school in Atlanta. Despite some backlash from faculty and students over his support of Israel and other issues, President Biden received a polite applause as he took the stage.
As the president seeks to reconnect with black voters, recent polls have shown a decline in support among this demographic, with a 28 percent loss in the past four years. Former President Donald Trump has seen a 15-point increase in support among black voters, posing a challenge for Biden's reelection prospects in 2024.
In an effort to appeal to black voters, President Biden emphasized the importance of engaging with the community and addressing their concerns. However, some Republicans believe it may be too late for Biden to sway black voters back to his side, citing concerns over the economy and other issues.
During his visit to Atlanta, President Biden was greeted by Georgia's Democratic Senators, highlighting the state's political shift from Republican to Democratic representation in recent years. Trump narrowly lost to Biden in Georgia in 2020, signaling a changing political landscape in the state.
Meanwhile, former President Trump has been campaigning in Minnesota, a state that is no longer considered a safe blue state according to Democratic Congressman Dean Phillips. Conversations with voters in Minnesota suggest a shift in perspectives, with some leaning towards the center-right.
President Biden and former President Trump have agreed to a series of debates, with the first one scheduled for June 27th. The debates are expected to be a key moment in the lead-up to the next election, as both candidates seek to make their case to the American public.
