CNN’s coverage of the current state of the Joe Biden campaign has sparked significant criticism, with many viewers possibly feeling more disapproval towards the network than before. Following the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, CNN’s John King analyzed the latest data and painted a grim picture for Biden’s electoral prospects.

“If Donald Trump were to win, the map shows dark red states solidly Republican, and light red states leaning Republican. Just winning these would give Trump a path to 270 electoral votes. He would already have 272,” King explained.

King highlighted key swing states where Biden is facing challenges: “Wisconsin and Pennsylvania are toss-ups, critical for Biden. Michigan, another critical state, is leaning Republican. Georgia, which Biden flipped, is also leaning Republican. Arizona, a state Biden flipped, is a toss-up. Even Nevada, which Biden won, is leaning Republican.”

“This presents a dire situation for Joe Biden as the Republican convention kicks off,” King emphasized. “With 16 weeks left until Election Day, it’s difficult to alter a map like this in such a short time.”

King also pointed out that there are multiple viable paths for Trump to potentially exceed 330 electoral votes, meaning he could afford to lose some states and still secure the 270 needed for victory. For context, Trump previously defeated Hillary Clinton 304-227 in electoral votes.

The analysis underscores the challenging landscape facing Biden’s campaign and the formidable electoral advantages currently favoring Trump as the election approaches.

As of the latest update, bookmakers are giving Biden less than a 20% probability of winning reelection. However, it’s crucial for everyone to approach Election Day with the mindset that anything can happen, and to cast their vote as if the odds are in the opposite direction. Complacency is never advisable in electoral matters.