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Trump’s Approval Falls to 34% Amid Iran Price Surge

5/2/2026

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Trump Approval Slips

Trump’s overall job approval slipped to 34%, the lowest level in his second term, as the Iran conflict raises prices.
The latest national poll recorded a 34% approval rating for President Donald Trump.
Reuters/Ipsos found 22% approve his cost-of-living handling and 27% approve the economy.
71% of Republicans still approve Trump, while 41% disapprove his cost-of-living policies, raising midterm concerns.

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Trump Approval Drops

Gas prices rose to $4.30 a gallon as the Iran conflict disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns for Americans.
U.S. President Donald Trump holds a 34% approval rating in the latest national polls.
Reuters/Ipsos finds 21% approve of Trump’s handling of inflation while 70% disapprove.
Gallup reports 55% say finances are worsening as the Iran war costs taxpayers $900 million daily.

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Trump Approval Slips

Trump’s overall job approval slipped to 34%, the lowest level in his second term, as the Iran conflict raises prices.
The latest national poll recorded a 34% approval rating for President Donald Trump.
Reuters/Ipsos found 22% approve his cost-of-living handling and 27% approve the economy.
71% of Republicans still approve Trump, while 41% disapprove his cost-of-living policies, raising midterm concerns.

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