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Trump's Approval Plummets to Career-Low 32% Amid Cost-of-Living Concerns, Iran War
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Moneycontrol•22-09-2026, 07:29
Trump's Approval Plummets to Career-Low 32% Amid Cost-of-Living Concerns, Iran War
- •President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to a career-low 32%, with support among Republicans dropping to 73% from 82% a week prior, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
- •Republicans are increasingly dissatisfied with Trump's handling of the cost of living, particularly after the Iran war, which has driven up gasoline and diesel prices.
- •Only 17% of respondents approved of Trump's handling of the cost of living, which Americans identify as the top issue influencing their November votes.
- •The ongoing Iran conflict, which 82% of respondents believe will be extended, has cut off global oil and gas supplies, threatening higher inflation.
- •The poll indicates a significant 8-point lead for Democrats (43% to 35%) over Republicans in congressional voting plans for the November 3 midterm elections, the largest lead this year.
Key Questions Answered
President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to a career-low 32%, down from 35% the previous week, driven by growing dissatisfaction among Republicans regarding his handling of the cost of living and the war on Iran.
Registered voters picked Democrats over Republicans 43% to 35% in a Reuters/Ipsos poll regarding control of Congress, marking the biggest lead for Democrats in their polling that year.
Only 17% of respondents in the poll approved of his handling of the cost of living, which has become the top issue for voters ahead of the November midterms.
