Overview
- An average of polls compiled by the Cook Political Report, reported Saturday, found 61 percent of voters disapprove of how President Trump is handling the economy.
- Interviews published by the Wall Street Journal show several 2024 Trump voters saying they regret their choice because higher fuel costs and war spending have strained household budgets.
- Voters quoted include a Chicago bus driver who blamed the bombing of Iran for price spikes, a retired airline captain who pointed to tariffs and unchecked spending, and a Florida financial adviser who cited broken campaign promises on avoiding foreign wars.
- Reporters link the timing of rising gas prices during the Iran conflict to growing economic anger, a shift that weakens the core message Trump used to win support in 2024.
- If the trend continues, the loss of support from voters who prioritized affordability could create domestic political risks for the administration and force changes in messaging or policy focus.