Overview
- A new AP‑NORC poll, conducted May 14–18 and reported May 20, finds Republican approval of Trump’s handling of the economy fell from about 80% in February to roughly 60% in mid‑May.
- Trump’s overall approval stands at 37%, up slightly from April, while only about one‑third of U.S. adults approve of his handling of the war with Iran and his broader foreign policy.
- Voters link rising gasoline and household costs to the Iran conflict, with multiple respondents saying higher fuel bills have directly strained family budgets.
- Immigration has regained some traction for Trump, with about 45% of adults approving his approach and roughly eight in ten Republicans saying they back his immigration policy.
- Despite economic unease, Trump’s control of the GOP remains strong, shown by his endorsed candidate’s victory over Rep. Thomas Massie, a result that keeps his influence intact even as analysts warn of electoral consequences.