Trump approval rating falls to record low of 33%, poll shows

In a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll, US President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to an all-time low of 33%, reflecting widespread American concerns. The four-day survey, which polled 1,166 adults nationwide, revealed that 35% of respondents approved of Trump's performance, while 64% disapproved. This marks a significant drop from his 35% approval rating in an earlier August poll, and matches the lowest point recorded during his presidency in December 2017.

The president's popularity has taken a hit since his return to the White House last year, with his approval rating plummeting from near 50% to this new low. Trump's approval has been under pressure following his decision to launch strikes on Iran in coordination with Israel, a close US ally. These strikes have disrupted about 20% of global oil trade, leading to higher gasoline prices in the United States and increased economic pressure on American households and Republicans in the lead-up to the November midterm congressional elections.

Trump had campaigned on promises to control inflation and avoid protracted conflicts, stating that the Iran strikes would be short-lived. However, Iran's resilience and the ongoing disruption of oil shipments despite a decrease in fighting have fueled American fears of a drawn-out conflict. According to the poll, 80% of Americans believe US involvement in Iran will persist for an extended period, with 87% of Democrats and 71% of Republicans agreeing. Only 16% of respondents expect the conflict to conclude within a few weeks.

The poll's margin of error was plus or minus three percentage points, underscoring the significance of these results.