Donald Trump’s Approval Rating On Inflation Plummets To Record Low

A new poll released May 26 by Strength In Numbers and Verasight found President Donald Trump’s net approval rating on inflation dropped to -47 in May, down from -31 in January. Only 25% of Americans approve of his handling of prices, while 72% disapprove, including 57% who strongly disapprove. The findings come as rising costs for essentials like food and gasoline persist, fueled by Middle East tensions. The survey identified inflation as the top voter concern, reflecting broader frustration with the administration’s economic policies. Gas prices have risen nationwide during the Iran conflict, while grocery costs remain elevated despite slower inflation growth. Trump’s overall net approval also remains underwater at -23 in May, continuing a downward trend from -18 in January. The poll, conducted May 18-19 with 1,529 U.S. adults, showed Trump’s approval ratings were negative across nearly every major issue. His net ratings were -28 on healthcare, -25 on jobs, -23 on foreign policy, and -22 on elections and democracy. Even on issues central to his campaign, such as deportations and immigration, his approval was -12. Border security was the only issue with an even split at 48% approval and 48% disapproval. White House spokesman Kush Desai defended Trump’s economic agenda, citing tax cuts, deregulation, and tariffs as drivers of job and wage growth during his first term. He argued that continued implementation of this agenda, along with new healthcare and housing policies, would improve economic conditions in his second term. The survey also revealed record-low approval among Republicans, raising concerns ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Economic dissatisfaction, particularly over inflation and affordability, poses a growing challenge for the administration. The poll’s margin of error was plus or minus 2.7 percentage points.