Barack Obama fears close 2024 race with Trump, tries to 'move the needle' for Biden, closest confidants say

Former Attorney General Eric Holder said there would be 'incalculable damage' to the country if former President Donald Trump wins the election in 2024 .

Obama views the 2024 race as having "major structural advantages that will favor Republicans ," sources close to the former president said.

Obama 's office said the former President is well aware of the stakes.

Obama remains a sounding board for the president, sources tell USA Today .

Many alumni from the previous Democratic administration see Obama 's chief role in 2024 as a necessary generational bridge for a party trying to court Gen Z voters.

Biden campaign and other Obama alumni push back at many conclusions while trying to calm a widening apprehension among Democrats .

When respondents are asked about their choice when ballot includes the seven possible presidential candidates, Trump holds a 37-34% lead.

That margin shrinks in Biden 's favor when there are fewer candidates in the race.

The data points to significant frustration among potential Biden voters, said David Paleologos , director of Suffolk's Political Research Center .