Overview
- The Reuters/Ipsos national survey, released Monday, found 35% of adults approve of President Trump’s job performance while 70% disapprove of his handling of the cost of living.
- An Economist/YouGov tracker shows 29%–35% approve overall and 63% disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy, a net economic rating near negative 34, the lowest of his terms.
- About 59% of respondents told Reuters/Ipsos they expect gasoline prices to get worse over the next year, and multiple outlets link rising fuel costs to shipping disruptions from the U.S. war with Iran.
- The Reuters/Ipsos poll shows registered voters would back Democrats over Republicans 41% to 37% if congressional elections were held today, signaling increased midterm risks for the GOP.
- Polls show erosion among independents and noncore Republicans even as Trump’s base stays largely loyal, and economists note higher inflation and lagging wage growth are squeezing household budgets.