Who should lead? Democrats, Republicans struggle to decide

By HANNAH FINGERHUT
Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and his predecessor, Donald Trump, are preparing for a possible rematch in 2024. But a new poll finds a notable lack of enthusiasm within the parties for either man as his party’s leader, and a clear opening for new leadership. The poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds a third of both Democrats and Republicans are unsure of who they want leading their party. No single Democrat captures significant support. Meanwhile, a minority of Republicans coalesce around a couple of individuals. The findings reflect a deep sense of uncertainty about the future of the nation’s political parties and the challenges both face in tethering their frayed coalitions.