A recent poll by Ipsos/Reuters has revealed that former First Lady Michelle Obama is the only potential Democratic candidate capable of defeating President Donald Trump if Joe Biden were to drop out of the race. In a hypothetical match-up, Obama leads Trump with 50% of the vote compared to Trump’s 39%. Despite this, Michelle Obama has consistently stated that she will not be running for president. Her communications director reiterated this stance in response to recent speculation.
Michelle Obama’s popularity in the United States has been evident for years, with high approval ratings and influence in various causes. In the 2020 election, Joe Biden expressed that he would have chosen Michelle Obama as his running mate without hesitation had she decided to run. While she hasn’t been as visible in this year’s election, it was anticipated that she would campaign for Biden during the final stages of the race. Former President Barack Obama has also voiced his support for Biden, even after a challenging debate performance. Privately, he acknowledges the tough road ahead for Biden’s reelection campaign following the debate.