Financial pressures related to gasoline prices have deepened Americans' financial frustration, the survey found. However, the erosion of Donald Trump's position among his supporters is noticeable – writes CNN.
US President Donald Trump's approval rating for managing the economy has fallen to an all-time low of 31%, according to the latest CNN poll by SSRS.
The support rate for the “Trump economy” has dropped by 8 points since January, and among Republicans – by as much as 14 points.
About two-thirds of Americans believe Trump's policies have worsened the U.S. economic situation, an increase of 10 percentage points. from January.
Only 27 percent say they approve of Trump's handling of inflation, up from 44%. a year ago.
Among Republicans under 45, the decline is even more pronounced – by as much as 23 points. Nearly 3 in 10 Republicans (28%) say Trump's policies have worsened the U.S. economy, up from 13% who shared that opinion in January.
Trump's overall approval rating remains relatively stable at 35%, one point below CNN's all-time low. However, the erosion of his position among his own supporters is noticeable. The percentage of Republicans who strongly approve of his performance dropped to 43% from 52%. in January.
The survey shows that financial pressure from gas prices, which are now over $4 nationwide. per gallon following the U.S. attack on Iran has deepened Americans' financial frustration, writes CNN.
Source: CNN
