Trump’s Approval Ratings Rise Ahead of Economic Speech
As President Donald Trump prepares to give an important speech focused on the economy and affordability, a recent national poll indicates that his approval ratings are on the upswing, particularly with Republican supporters.
The latest Reuters/Ipsos poll, conducted from December 3 to 8, shows Trump’s approval at 41%, with a disapproval rating of 57%. This marks a slight increase from the mid-November poll, which reported approval ratings between 38% and 60%.
Last year, Trump’s efforts to reduce prices played a significant role in helping Republicans maintain control of the White House and the Senate, and to secure their majority in the House, resulting in a sweeping victory for the party.
However, despite ongoing high prices this year, Democrats, encouraged by their recent electoral gains, are emphasizing affordability in a bid to challenge Republican narratives. The most recent Labor Department report reveals a year-on-year inflation rate increase of 3%, up from 2.9% in August.
Interestingly, while addressing high prices has typically been a weak point for Trump, his approval rating for tackling the cost of living has risen from 26% last month to 31% now. Notably, a significant increase among Republicans has contributed to this shift.
Trump has referred to Democrats’ focus on costs as a “hoax,” yet he seems more committed to battling inflation than before, with promises to reduce some tariffs and lower food prices.
Later this evening, Trump is expected to deliver his first substantial address on affordability in Pennsylvania, a crucial state for his campaign.
The Reuters/Ipsos survey included responses from 4,434 individuals across the country, with a sampling error margin of plus or minus 2 percentage points. Despite some positive movement in Trump’s approval, the latest Fox News poll from mid-November indicated that three-quarters of respondents view the economy negatively, and voters attribute more responsibility for the current economic situation to Trump than to former President Biden.
