Trump Approval Sinks to 35%-40% as $1.50 Gas Spike and Iran War Drag

4 articles · Updated · Asbury Park Press · May 12

National surveys now put Donald Trump’s approval at 35% to 40.5%, marking the lowest point of his second term; CNN/SSRS shows 35%, while Ballotpedia and RealClearPolitics place him near 40%.
A $1.50-per-gallon jump in gas prices, persistent inflation and broad disapproval of the military conflict in Iran are driving the slide in national averages.
Republican support remains comparatively strong at 81% to 85%, but that is down about 4 to 7 points from the start of the year.
Intensity inside the GOP has also softened: the share of Republicans who strongly approve fell to 45% from 53% in January, suggesting erosion beyond the broader electorate.

President Truman's approval hit 22% during a similar crisis. Could history repeat itself as today's pressures mount?

Consumer sentiment has hit a record low. What hidden economic pressures are fueling this widespread public anxiety?

With unclear goals and rising costs, what would a successful end to the Iran conflict look like for Americans?