Trump's Approval Plunges to 33% Amid Iran War Fallout

President Donald Trump’s approval rating fell to 33%, tying his lowest level of his presidency, in a Reuters/Ipsos poll released Monday, as Americans expressed growing concern about the prolonged U.S.-Iran conflict. The four-day survey of 1,166 adults found 64% disapproved of Trump’s job performance, while 80% expected U.S. involvement in Iran to continue for an extended period. About one-fifth said the war was worth its costs, including roughly half of Republicans. The conflict has disrupted oil trade and contributed to higher gasoline prices, adding pressure on an administration campaigning on affordability. Reuters reported that Democrats had gained an advantage over Republicans on handling the economy, while the Republican edge on immigration had narrowed sharply since early 2025. The poll signals potential midterm risks for Republicans, although it does not establish that the war caused the approval decline. The IRGC separately denied Trump’s claim of direct backchannel talks, calling it delusional.