President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to its lowest level across both of his terms, according to a CNBC poll.
The survey included 1,000 respondents. Forty percent approve of the president’s performance—5 percentage points less than in the previous quarter. The share who disapprove of his actions rose to 58%, up 6 points.
His net approval rating—the difference between positive and negative assessments—fell by 10 points to -18, the worst reading on record. It also marked the sharpest drop in Trump’s rating to date. The previous notable decline came during the coronavirus pandemic, when criticism centered on the administration’s response to the crisis.
As CNBC notes, the decline has also reached Republican voters: approval among party supporters fell by 8 points to 82%, while the share expressing dissatisfaction rose by 9 points.
The main drivers of the drop are cited as the war with Iran, rising oil prices, and broader dissatisfaction with economic policy. In that area, only 39% of respondents support the president’s actions, while 60% disapprove.
Military action against Iran is also provoking a predominantly negative response. Forty-eight percent of respondents said it makes them feel “less safe,” while 30% said they feel “safer.” In addition, 64% said the war with Iran does not justify the financial costs incurred and the rise in gasoline prices.