The latest Times/Siena poll of 2024 battlegrounds brings bad news for President Biden as he trails behind Donald Trump in five out of six key states. Despite Trump’s unpopularity and ongoing legal battles, he still holds a significant advantage over Biden. The economy remains a significant weakness for Biden, despite efforts by the White House to showcase its accomplishments. Only 2 percent of voters view the economy as excellent, and this sentiment is reflected among key demographic groups crucial for Biden’s re-election. Trump is gaining in favorability on economic issues, with voters trusting him more than Biden. Despite positive economic indicators such as GDP growth and job data, concerns about inflation persist. Biden’s path to improvement is uncertain, especially with ongoing global economic challenges. Some experts have even questioned whether Biden should run for re-election. In other news, the fight between Wall Street and universities over their handling of antisemitism on campus continues, with donors expressing their anger at Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania. Meanwhile, Google is facing an antitrust battle against Epic Games over its app store strategy, with the case being heard by a jury. Climate activists are also targeting the finance industry to join their cause in halting fossil-fuel exploration and production.