Trump Disapproval on Gas Tops Every President This Century: Harry Enten
Summary
President Donald Trump has the highest disapproval rating on gas prices compared to all other presidents this century, with 79% of Americans expressing dissatisfaction. The rising gas prices come amid higher oil costs caused by tensions in Iran and related disruptions.Key Facts
- President Trump’s gas price disapproval rating is 79%, the highest recorded among presidents this century.
- Previous presidents’ disapproval ratings on gas prices ranged in the low to mid-70s.
- The AAA national average gas price recently was $4.534 per gallon.
- The increase in gas prices is partly due to oil price rises linked to the ongoing conflict and threats from Iran.
- Even among Republicans, 52% disapprove of Trump on gas prices, marking a rare majority in his own party.
- White House officials say the administration is focused on tax cuts, deregulation, and energy abundance to improve the economy.
- Trump has said Americans may pay more for gas temporarily to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
- The polling data comes from analysis by CNN’s Harry Enten, who discussed the historical context of these disapproval ratings.
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