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Trump's Disapproval Hits Record 58.3%, Economy Frustrates Americans

5/26/2026

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President Donald Trump’s average disapproval rating rose to a record 58.3 percent, the highest of his terms.
Seven in ten Americans say they are angry or frustrated with Trump’s handling of the economy.
Trump called gas prices “peanuts” and said he does not weigh Americans’ struggles in the Iran peace deal.
He claimed the Iran conflict is popular and that he must act to avert catastrophe despite reports it is unpopular.

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President Donald Trump’s average disapproval rating rose to a record 58.3 percent, the highest of his terms.
Seven in ten Americans say they are angry or frustrated with Trump’s handling of the economy.
Trump called gas prices “peanuts” and said he does not weigh Americans’ struggles in the Iran peace deal.
He claimed the Iran conflict is popular and that he must act to avert catastrophe despite reports it is unpopular.