Trump’s popularity hits a career low as November election fears grow

Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 33%, its lowest point in his political career, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. The result places his popularity below Joe Biden’s record low of 35%, recorded in October 2024.

The poll reflects broad dissatisfaction with the war against Iran and growing concern about the US economy. Fuel prices surged after US bombings in Iran last February, and only 36% of respondents said they supported the military operation.

Voters were particularly critical of Trump’s handling of the cost of living. Seventy-one percent disapproved of his approach, including four in 10 Republican voters. The findings suggest that economic pressure has reached beyond the president’s political opposition.

The numbers could put the Republicans’ narrow majority at risk in the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Democrats appear more motivated to vote, with 46% saying they are enthusiastic about participating, compared with 31% of Republicans. Among independent voters, 36% favor Democratic candidates, while 22% prefer Republicans.

For the first time in a decade, voters also said the Democrats have the stronger economic program. The nationwide survey ran for four days and included 1,167 adults, with a margin of error of three percentage points.