Trump's approval drops to record low of minus 23
Donald Trump's net approval has fallen to minus 23. Democrats are now clear favourites in midterm election forecasts.
Trump's approval has hit a record low. Just 37.4 percent approve of him, and 60.4 percent disapprove.
Trump's net approval of minus 23 is the lowest for any president at this point since Harry Truman. Opposition to the Iran war has reached 57.9 percent.
In midterm forecasts, Democrats are clear favourites to gain Senate control. They are strong favourites to gain House control.
If gas prices and inflation continue to rise from the Iran conflict, Republican losses could be large.
- 60.4 percent
- Disapproval rate
- 57.9 percent
- War opposition
- 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats
- Seats up for election
- Harry Truman
- Lowest since
Why it mattersThese approval ratings show a major shift in US political momentum heading into midterm elections. These elections usually reshape Congress.
AustraliaUS political instability and inflation could affect global markets and trade relationships Australia depends on.
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 18 h ago
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