Trump has a "real chance" to win NY against Biden, according to the former governor, while the Dems are "messing up badly."

This November, former New York Gov. George Pataki contended that the Empire State is up for grabs, asserting that Democratic voters are acknowledging that Biden is "messing up badly" as he struggles in the polls.

Fox & Friends" welcomed Pataki to discuss his belief that New York could be a swing state in the upcoming election, as Democrats privately worry about Biden's ability to secure a second term despite his reportedly strong performance.

"It's been a while since anyone asked me if New York is a battleground state, but this year I'm being asked that a lot, and I believe it's because it is," Pataki stated. "For this to occur, you need a significant number of Democratic voters to examine their party and candidates and conclude that they are making a huge mistake. You have that, as well as the chaos at the top of the Democratic ticket."

Inflation, the migrant crisis in New York City and the suburbs, and the resulting disillusionment among Democrats are leading many to question their party's leadership and explore alternative options.

In the Empire State, Biden is leading Trump by just eight points, despite having defeated him by 23 points in New York in 2020.

In the polls, Trump's popularity has increased by 3% from February to June, while Biden's popularity has decreased by 1%.

Trump's unconventional campaigning is helping him break through traditional political barriers, as stated by Pataki, New York's last Republican governor from 1995 to 2006.

"Pataki advised that a candidate should campaign differently, as seen with President Trump, who held his rally in the South Bronx instead of Long Island or a suburb. To be successful, the candidate must reach out to minority voters, including African-Americans, Latinos, and Jews, who are upset with Biden. There is an opportunity for the candidate to win in New York."

In May, Trump held a large rally in the South Bronx, where he spoke to thousands of supporters in Crotona Park. He characterized the city as being in decline and pledged to reverse its course.

Critics have raised concerns about Biden's fitness for office and have called for him to drop out of the presidential race, with some even coming from across the political aisle.

The faulty debate performance against Trump in June, where he appeared to lose his train of thought and freeze at times, initially expedited the concern.

The president has stated that he will not end his campaign, despite repeated calls for him to step down.

In the high-pressure news conference on Thursday, Biden mistakenly called Vice President Harris "Vice President Trump" and used the phrase "anyway" at least nine times, giving the impression of being disoriented.

During the briefing, Biden mistakenly referred to Ukraine President Zelenskyy as President Putin.

"This is just an ongoing disaster," Pataki said.