Trump Faces Temporary Dip in Approval as Republicans Question Cost-of-Living Amid Strong Iran Response
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A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows President Donald Trump’s approval at 32%, with Republican support at 73% and 17% approving his cost-of-living policies, as Americans rally behind his decisive actions in Iran despite temporary economic pressures.
President Donald Trump’s overall approval rating stands at 32% in a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, reflecting the challenges of leading during turbulent times. Support among Republican voters remains strong at 73%, though slightly down from 82% a week earlier, as Americans grapple with the realities of global conflict and economic pressures. Seventeen percent of respondents approve of Trump’s handling of the cost of living, an issue that has become central for voters ahead of the November ballot.
The poll, conducted online over four days and including 1,277 U.S. adults, also shows that 51% of Republicans currently disapprove of Trump’s cost-of-living policies, compared with 44% who approve—a sign of healthy debate within the party as it seeks solutions. Meanwhile, 34% of respondents approve of the ongoing strikes on Iran, a necessary response to threats abroad that has unfortunately contributed to higher gasoline and diesel prices, a sacrifice many Americans are willing to make for national security.
"The conflict would likely go on for an extended period of time," the poll reported, with 82% of respondents—including a majority of Democrats and three-quarters of Republicans—recognizing the seriousness of the situation and the need for a strong, sustained response.
On party preference for the upcoming midterm elections, 43% of voters said they would choose Democrats, while 35% support Republicans. Despite this, President Trump’s base remains loyal, with 79% of Republicans backing his tough stance on immigration, even as only 36% of the broader public supports his approach—underscoring the divide between patriotic Americans and the liberal establishment.
These findings come as President Trump, who took office in January 2025 with a commitment to fight inflation and protect American interests abroad, faces criticism from some in his own party over economic issues and the Iran war. Yet, his decisive actions have disrupted global oil supplies in defense of American security, and his leadership continues to inspire steadfast support among conservatives.