Biden Ends First Year In Tougher Spot

Dan Balz: “Biden’s road ahead looks as challenging as it did when he took the oath of office a year ago, though for different reasons. A year ago, he was arriving in the middle of a crisis — just days after the Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol and with a coronavirus pandemic that was raging. He said he was determined to lower temperatures, seek unity and demonstrate competent leadership after four chaotic years under President Donald Trump.”

“Today, Biden is dealing with challenges that have much to do with how he tried to govern in his first year, problems compounded by resistance from Republicans and his predecessor’s ongoing efforts to undermine faith in democratic processes. He also begins the year with far less popular support than a year ago. Despite some successes, his approval ratings remain in perilous political territory. How he responds will be critical.”