Overview
- The PBS/NPR/Marist survey released June 18 found only 33% of adults approve of Trump’s handling of the economy, the lowest Marist has recorded on that question.
- An AP-NORC poll conducted June 11–17 backed up weak results, showing about one-third approve of Trump’s economic approach and roughly 65% disapprove of his handling of Iran.
- Pollsters link the drop in economic ratings to inflation and higher fuel costs that followed the U.S.-Iran conflict, with large shares saying gas prices have strained household budgets.
- The administration announced and signed a reported 14-point memorandum to pause fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but early moves have not noticeably improved public opinion or prices.
- The slump is widening beyond Trump’s base as independents and some Republicans register growing dissatisfaction, a development that could increase political risk for the GOP in November.