Donald Trump Suffers Inflation Nightmare Just Weeks Before Midterms
Rising prices and the cost of living remain among voters' top concerns less than three weeks out from Election Day.
President Donald Trump and Republicans face a challenging political landscape as voters focus on inflation heading into the 2026 midterms. The latest Consumer Price Index report revealed that consumer prices surged by 0.6% in September, with energy costs driving much of the increase. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, remained relatively stable.
Inflation concerns are driving 37% of Americans to consider it the most important issue in the upcoming election, surpassing jobs and the economy. Public sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, with 73% expressing very serious concerns about food and consumer goods prices, and 74% regarding gasoline and energy costs. Blame for inflation is largely attributed to President Trump, with 65% of those polled holding him accountable.
Approval ratings for his economic management stand at just 26%, while only 17% view his approach to the cost of living favorably. Among Republicans, dissatisfaction with Trump's handling of inflation is high, at 68%, and 57% claim prices are rising faster than wages.
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