Trump's Approval Ratings Decline Amid Economic Concerns
Trump is now polling worse than Joe Biden on cost-of-living issues

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Recent polling shows that President Donald Trump is now viewed less favorably than former President Joe Biden regarding cost-of-living issues, with 70% disapproving of Trump's handling compared to 63% for Biden. Inflation and rising fuel prices are significant concerns for voters ahead of the midterm elections.
- 0170% of respondents disapprove of Trump's handling of cost-of-living issues, while only 22% approve.
- 02Biden's approval rating on the same issue was 29% when he left office in January 2025.
- 03Inflation reached 3.8% in April, the highest in three years, partly due to Trump's war in Iran.
- 04The average price for gasoline in the U.S. is $4.16 per gallon, significantly higher than $2.98 before the war.
- 0560% of respondents disapprove of U.S. strikes on Iran and 63% disapprove of Trump's overall presidency.
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A recent Reuters poll indicates that President Donald Trump is polling worse than former President Joe Biden on economic issues, particularly regarding the cost of living. Currently, 70% of respondents disapprove of Trump's management of this issue, while only 22% approve. In contrast, Biden's approval rating was 29% at the end of his presidency. Trump's handling of inflation, which reached 3.8% in April, is under scrutiny, exacerbated by his ongoing conflict in Iran that has driven fuel prices up. Gasoline prices have surged to an average of $4.16 per gallon, a significant increase from $2.98 prior to the war. Despite some recent easing in prices, 59% of those surveyed expect domestic gas prices to rise further in the coming year. The poll also reveals broader discontent with Trump's presidency, as 63% of respondents disapprove of his overall performance, marking one of the lowest ratings of his political career. Additionally, 41% of registered voters indicate they would prefer Democrats over Republicans in upcoming congressional elections.
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The rising cost of living and inflation are significant concerns for American voters, influencing their opinions on political leadership.
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