Trump approval sinks to record low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concerns
President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 34 percent, a record low in his current term, driven by public dissatisfaction with his handling of the cost of living and the ongoing war with Iran, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. Rising gasoline prices, up over 40 percent since the conflict began in February, have intensified economic concerns. The war, launched with Israel, has disrupted global oil trade and eroded support even among Republicans, while independents lean toward Democrats ahead of the midterm elections. Although a ceasefire was reached in April, lingering tensions continue to pressure energy prices and public opinion.
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Trump approval sinks to record low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concernsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS President Donald Trump's approval rating fell as Americans increasingly soured on his handling of the cost of living and the war with Iran.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished Apr 29, 2026, 01:13 AMUpdated Apr 29, 2026, 03:15 AMListenWASHINGTON - President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to the lowest level of his current term, as Americans increasingly soured on his handling of the cost of living and an unpopular war with Iran, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.The four-day poll completed on April 27 showed 34 per cent of Americans approve of Mr Trump's performance in the White House, down from 36 per cent in a prior Reuters/Ipsos survey, which was…
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