Trump Approval Hits New Low Amid Iran Conflict and Rising Fuel Costs

President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to 33 percent, marking the lowest point of his current term and equaling a low from December 2017. According to a Reuters/Ipsos poll that concluded Monday, 64 percent of respondents expressed dissatisfaction with the president's performance. This represents a two percentage point drop from 35 percent measured at the beginning of the month.

The decline in popularity follows military strikes ordered by Trump against Iran in coordination with Israel. The resulting conflict has disrupted a significant portion of global oil trade and caused gasoline prices to rise, placing a burden on American households. While Trump initially suggested the conflict would last only a few weeks, approximately 80 percent of Americans believe the war will be prolonged. This sentiment is shared across party lines, with 87 percent of Democrats and 71 percent of Republicans expecting a long conflict.

During a political rally in Garden City, New York, Trump argued that paying slightly more for gasoline is worthwhile to prevent a very evil country from obtaining nuclear weapons. However, only half of Republicans and one in five Americans overall believe the war has been worth it. These developments come ahead of the November midterm elections, where Republicans are seeking to maintain their congressional majorities. Some data indicates a shift in economic perception, with 38 percent of voters now believing Democrats would better manage the economy compared to 35 percent for Republicans.