President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to its lowest point since he returned to the White House in January 2025, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The survey shows that only 34% of Americans approve of his performance, down from 36% in the previous poll conducted from April 15 to 20.
Key Takeaways
President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 34%, the lowest point since his return to office in January 2025. This decline is attributed to economic uncertainty and the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran, which has driven up energy prices.
- Trump's approval rating drops to 34% amid economic concerns
- Only 22% approve of his handling of cost-of-living issues
- War with Iran drives gasoline prices up by over 40%
- Republicans express growing concern about midterm elections
The decline is attributed to economic uncertainty and the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran, which has driven up energy prices. Only 22% of respondents back Trump's handling of cost-of-living issues, a key concern for voters. The conflict in Iran has led to a surge in gasoline prices by over 40%, reaching roughly $4.18 per gallon.
The war with Iran and rising energy costs have fueled concerns among Republicans that they could lose control of the U.S. Congress in the November midterm elections, as reported by HuffPost. While a solid majority of Republicans (78%) still support Trump, 41% disapprove of his handling of cost-of-living issues.
The conflict has also been unpopular with U.S. voters, including a significant Republican constituency. A Marquette Law School survey suggested that only 32% approve of Trump's handling of the war, while an Associated Press-NORC poll reported similar findings—Trump’s overall approval rating at 33%, support for the war at 32%, and his handling of the economy at 30%. The U.S. and Iran reached a two-week ceasefire on April 8, which Trump extended indefinitely.
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