US Governance — 2026-04-01

CNN Poll Shows Trump Economic Approval at Career Low of 31%

A CNN/SSRS poll shows Trump's approval on the economy has dropped to 31%, a career low, with two-thirds of Americans saying his policies have worsened economic conditions, up 10 points since January. Inflation approval fell to 27% from 44% a year ago. Overall approval holds at 35%, one point off his all-time low. The share of Republicans strongly approving dropped to 43% from 52% in January, suggesting erosion within his own base.

Analysis
The 12-point drop in inflation approval (44% to 27%) over one year tracks directly with the Iran war's energy price impact. The erosion among strong Republican supporters (52% to 43%) is the more telling signal: it suggests the war is costing Trump his floor, not just his ceiling.

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CNN Poll: Trump's approval rating on the economy hits a new low