Trump approval plunges as poll shows 76% disapprove on rising prices
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Updated · The Independent · May 3
Trump approval plunges as poll shows 76% disapprove on rising prices
10 articles · Updated · The Independent · May 3
The survey also found 66% disapproved of his handling of the Iran war, while average US gas prices reached $4.44, about $1.50 higher than a year earlier.
Disapproval hit 72% on inflation, 65% on the economy and 61% on his tax plan, while his support among independents fell to 25%; 85% of Republicans still approved.
The findings could complicate Republicans' midterm hopes, with voters favouring a generic Democrat for the House by 49% to 44%, though Trump's strongest issue remained the US-Mexico border.
With living costs soaring due to global conflict, what domestic policies can provide immediate relief to American families?
As war disrupts global trade, what is the plan to shield the American economy from future international shocks?
With legal immigration declining, how will the U.S. address long-term labor shortages and sustain its economic growth?
Trump’s Approval Hits Record Low of 37% Amid Iran War and Inflation Crisis
Overview
President Trump faces a historic political crisis in May 2026, with approval ratings dropping to a record low amid widespread voter dissatisfaction. The crisis stems largely from the Iran conflict that began in February 2026, which led to Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz and triggering a sharp surge in global oil prices. This oil shock caused higher gas prices and inflation, disproportionately hurting middle- and lower-income Americans and eroding trust in the Republican Party's economic management. Public disapproval of Trump's handling of both the war and the economy has energized Democratic voters, giving them a growing advantage in the upcoming midterm elections and deepening fractures within the GOP coalition.