Trump's approval drops as record gas prices hit election day
President Donald Trump’s approval rating fell sharply, with a poll reported by USA Today showing a near-20-point drop in his net approval as gasoline prices hit a historic high on Election Day. Trump attributed the voter backlash to higher fuel costs tied to the Iran conflict, acknowledging the Democratic sweep of Congress, according to Business Insider. Earlier, Al Jazeera noted that gasoline prices had slipped modestly as oil markets eased ahead of the midterms, while NewsBytes said fuel prices had risen after a U. S.
military strike on Iran and that the administration unveiled an $8 billion relief package and a tax exemption for off-road diesel. CNBC reported that record fuel prices persisted despite Trump’s pledge to cut costs below $2 per gallon within his first year, and HuffPost cited American Automobile Association data showing gasoline prices were slightly higher during Trump’s term than under the previous administration. Hindustan Times added that consumer prices had risen 5. 4% since Trump began his second term, fueling voter discontent.
