For decades, Biden has lavished attention on Philadelphia. It might save his presidency.

• President Joe Biden has long championed Philadelphia, from its small businesses to its sports teams.
• Biden has been a frequent presence in the city during his presidency, especially with labor groups.
• The city holds the key to a second Biden term. He needs to perform well there to win Pennsylvania.

For President Joe Biden, Philadelphia is never too far away.

Biden's hometown of Scranton is roughly 120 miles away from Philly. As a senator, Biden represented neighboring Delaware for 36 years. And the president, an Eagles and Phillies fan, can get to Philly from his Wilmington home in under an hour.

So it's no surprise that Biden last Monday marked his ninth visit to Philadelphia this year, which was also his 19th trip to the city since becoming president in 2021.