Former President Barack Obama has visited the White House twice in the past year to counsel President Joe Biden on his reelection prospects, Time Magazine reported Thursday.

Obama's warnings stem from his belief that former President Donald Trump currently holds a stronger position to reclaim the White House than he did in previous election cycles.

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The warnings

During his first visit in June and a subsequent one in December, Obama conveyed his concerns to Biden directly. These meetings, initiated at Biden's invitation, marked a reunion between the two leaders who served together for eight years in the White House.

According to insights shared by a Democratic insider cited by Time, Obama highlighted the Biden campaign's challenges in expanding its field operations promptly. He attributed these delays to Biden's reliance on a tight-knit group of advisers primarily stationed in the West Wing.

Although public statements from both White House and campaign officials maintain an optimistic facade, behind closed doors, there is an undercurrent of apprehension.

Quentin Fulks, Biden's principal deputy campaign manager, acknowledged the need to rally the 80 million voters who propelled Biden and Kamala Harris to victory in 2020. Fulks recognized the uphill battle of retaining their support amid shifting political dynamics.

Growing concerns

Growing concerns among voters pose significant challenges. Despite positive economic indicators and the waning threat of COVID-19, interviews conducted by DailyMail.com in early primary states revealed a nostalgia for the economic policies of the Trump era.

Despite Trump's controversial record, which includes facing 88 criminal indictments and his involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack, a considerable number of voters remain open to giving him another opportunity.

Moreover, segments of Biden's support base, particularly among the youth coalition, have grown disillusioned with the president's stance on international issues, such as the October 7 terror attack by Hamas and his perceived favoritism towards Israel, which is seen as detrimental to Palestinian civilians.

Losing key voting groups

Biden's efforts to consolidate support among key demographics, including Latino and black voters, have encountered obstacles.

While Trump has made strides in broadening his appeal within these communities, Biden has intensified his rhetoric to counter Trump's advances, particularly among Latino voters.

Despite concerted efforts to galvanize support, concerns linger within Biden's camp, particularly regarding voters of color, who are reportedly disenchanted with the administration's actions.

With the reelection campaign facing formidable hurdles, President Biden faces an uncertain path ahead as he seeks to secure another term in the White House.