Recent polling links U.S. public sentiment toward President Donald Trump to the ongoing conflict with Iran and expectations about economic impacts. Several outlets cite surveys conducted in mid-June showing Trump’s overall job approval hovering near the lowest levels of his term. A Reuters/Ipsos poll fielded June 12–15 reports Trump’s approval at about 35–36%, with dissatisfaction tied in part to cost-of-living concerns and expectations that gasoline prices will continue to rise as Iran-related tensions persist. One Reuters/Ipsos release also notes a modest uptick in approval alongside reduced dissatisfaction over the cost of living.
Other coverage points to criticism of how Trump handles Iran. An AP-NORC poll cited by multiple outlets finds most Americans disapprove of Trump’s approach to the Iran conflict, even as Trump discusses a tentative or preliminary deal to end fighting. One report says disapproval remains high shortly after Trump calls off escalation threats and around the time he characterizes an agreement as emerging. Additional reporting highlights a wider gap between views of Trump’s overall job performance and his perceived management of economic issues, particularly gas prices and cost-of-living strain.
