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Trump approval stays near record low as most Americans expect higher gas prices
A Reuters/Ipsos poll found 59% of Americans expect gas prices to rise as Trump’s approval stays near a career low.
According to a Reuters/Ipsos poll completed on Monday, President Donald Trump's overall approval rating remains near record lows at 35%, reflecting public frustration over the Iran conflict and rising gasoline prices.
Mounting public discontent follows President Trump's decision to launch military strikes against Iran alongside Israel on Feb. 28, with resulting shipping disruptions continuing to drive fuel cost concerns.
Only 22% of Americans approve of Trump's handling of the cost of living, trailing the 29% approval rating former President Joe Biden held at the end of his term.
Democratic candidates now lead Republicans 41% to 37% in preferences for Congress, marking a significant shift from last year when voters trusted Republicans more on economic management.
In the next year, 59% of Americans expect gasoline prices to worsen; the six-day Reuters/Ipsos poll surveyed 4,531 adults with a 2-point margin of error.