Americans disapprove of Trump’s inflation response

New poll shows Trump losing support over rising prices

Inflation hits home: Americans grow weary

Rising living costs are nothing new in the United States, but recently, they’ve become a top concern for households across the country.

From grocery store bills to rent and utilities, Americans are feeling the squeeze — and increasingly, they’re looking to political leaders for solutions.

As financial pressures mount, public patience is wearing thin, and that’s beginning to reflect in national approval polls.

Trump’s approval rating hits a new low

President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to its lowest point since he began his second term, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. Just 40% of Americans currently approve of his job performance, down from 42% earlier this month.

Although his ratings have hovered in this range since May, the trend shows a slow but steady erosion of support (Reuters/Ipsos, Oct 2025).

Discontent over rising living costs

A growing number of Americans are unhappy with how Trump is managing the cost-of-living crisis.

The same Reuters/Ipsos survey found that 63% disapprove of his handling of inflation — up from 58% earlier in the month.

In stark contrast, only a small percentage feel he’s doing a good job on this front, highlighting a major disconnect between the administration’s messaging and public perception.

Inflation creeps up despite Fed rate cuts

Inflation has ticked upward since Trump returned to office in January, even as the U.S. labor market has begun to soften.

In response, the Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates — a move aimed at stimulating economic activity, reports HotNews.ro.

Shutdown drama fails to stir strong emotions

Despite the current federal government shutdown — one of the longest in U.S. history — many Americans seem unfazed.

According to Reuters/Ipsos, only 20% of respondents said they were angry about the situation. Meanwhile, 29% said they were either indifferent or even happy about it, and about half expressed frustration.

Healthcare subsidies spark partisan clash

A key sticking point in the shutdown has been the expiration of healthcare subsidies. Democrats have refused to pass spending bills unless the subsidies are extended — a stance that appears to align with public sentiment.

Reuters/Ipsos reports that 73% of Americans support continuing the subsidies.

Trump’s inflation promise under scrutiny

Trump won re-election in part by promising to curb inflation, a key issue that contributed to Joe Biden’s defeat.

Now, that promise is under increasing scrutiny. With inflation rising and public dissatisfaction mounting, the gap between campaign rhetoric and governing reality is becoming harder to ignore, especially for the many Americans feeling the financial pinch.

The political cost of economic strain

As history often shows, economic issues can make or break presidencies. Whether it’s rising prices or government shutdowns, voters tend to remember how leaders respond when their wallets are on the line.

If public frustration over living costs continues to grow, Trump may face a steep road ahead — not just with polls, but with trust.

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