Trump Approval Rating Hits New Low on Cost of Living
Summary
President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to its lowest point since he returned to office in January 2024. Voters are unhappy with his handling of the rising cost of living, which has become worse due to higher energy prices linked to tensions in the Middle East.Key Facts
- Trump's overall approval rating fell to 34 percent, down 2 points since mid-April.
- Disapproval of Trump’s performance rose to 64 percent, increasing by 2 points.
- Only 22 percent of voters approve of his handling of the cost of living, a record low.
- The drop in approval comes months before the midterm elections, raising risks for Republicans in Congress.
- Global energy supply disruptions after U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran caused gas prices in the U.S. to rise over 40 percent.
- Despite overall disapproval, 78 percent of Republicans still approve of Trump, but 41 percent disapprove of his cost-of-living policies.
- Independent voters favor Democrats by 14 points, showing shifting support ahead of November.
- The poll surveyed 1,269 U.S. adults, including 1,014 registered voters, from April 24 to 27, with a 3-point margin of error.
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