President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 32% in a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll, the lowest of his political career, according to a report. The survey, conducted over four days and ending on Sunday, found that 73% of Republicans approved of Trump’s job performance, though this is down from 82% the previous week. Earlier in that same week, his overall approval rating stood at 35%. Trump returned to the White House in January 2025, promising to control inflation and end foreign wars. Immediately after his swearing-in, a Reuters/Ipsos poll showed his approval at 47%, reflecting initial optimism. The new poll highlights growing concerns among Americans about the cost of living, which is seen as the top issue influencing voting behavior in the upcoming November 3 midterms. Only 17% of respondents approved of Trump’s handling of this issue, which has become a major focus for voters. This dissatisfaction has been rising since Trump initiated military action against Iran in February, which contributed to higher gasoline and diesel prices. For the first time, more Republicans disapprove of Trump’s cost-of-living management than approve—51% to 44%. The Reuters/Ipsos survey was conducted online, collecting responses from 1,277 U.S. adults nationwide. The survey has a margin of error of 3 percentage points, meaning the actual approval rating could be slightly higher or lower. Another poll by the American Research Group, conducted between September 16 and 20 among 1,100 American adults, found Trump’s overall approval rating at 29%, further underscoring the decline in his popularity. Kyle Kondik, from the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, told Newsweek that while this poll is an outlier compared to others, it is clear that Trump’s approval ratings are lower now than they were eight years ago. He noted that dissatisfaction with the economy and inflation appears to be the main reason behind the drop in support.