Trump's Approval Hits Record Low Before Midterms

US President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to a record low weeks before the midterm elections, with only 32 percent of Americans satisfied with his performance, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. The decline, from 35 percent the previous week, is attributed to his administration's handling of rising living costs amid the unpopular war against Iran. Among Republicans, approval dropped nearly ten points from 82 to 73 percent in one week. Trump returned to office in January 2025 promising to curb inflation and end foreign wars, with an initial approval of 47 percent. The Iran conflict has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, raising global fuel prices. Democrats currently lead by eight points among registered voters, threatening Republican control of Congress.