GoKawiilAP-NORC Poll: Only 17% Approve of Trump's Cost-of-Living Handling
A new AP-NORC poll finds just 17% of U.S. adults approve of President Trump's handling of the cost of living, while only 26% approve of his overall economic performance, a new low. The survey also found 65% of adults blame Trump's policies, including tariffs, for persistently high prices rather than outside factors.
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The numbers land weeks before midterm elections that will decide control of Congress, suggesting economic discontent could weigh on Republican candidates even as Trump campaigns heavily. Comments from self-identified Republicans in the poll indicate frustration may extend beyond the president's usual opposition, which could complicate turnout efforts his party is counting on.
- Only 17% of U.S. adults approve of Trump's handling of cost of living, per AP-NORC.
- 26% approve of his overall economic performance, a new low in the poll.
- 65% blame Trump's policies, including tariffs, for high prices rather than external factors.
Source: fastcompany.com, 2026-10-01
Published there as: “Trump’s approval ratings reach record lows ahead of the midterms, according to this new AP-NORC poll”
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