The four-day poll, completed on Monday, indicates that only 22% of respondents approve of Trump's handling of the cost of living, down from 25% in the prior survey. This decline in approval comes amid rising gasoline prices, which have surged more than 40% to approximately $4.18 a gallon since the U.S. and Israel began military operations against Iran on February 28. Trump's approval rating has consistently trended lower, starting from 47% when he assumed office.
POLITICSPublished 28 Apr 2026 • Published 2h ago
Trump's Approval Declines Amid Rising Gas Prices and Iran Conflict
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President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to a record low of 34%, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll. This decline is attributed to growing concerns over the cost of living and an unpopular war with Iran. The approval rating has decreased from 36% in a previous survey and has been on a downward trend since he took office in January 2025.
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