Trump's approval plunges as voters favor Democrats ahead of midterms

According to a recent poll commissioned by several outlets and Ipsos, President Donald Trump has hit a new low in public approval just weeks before the U.S. midterm elections. The survey reveals that a substantial portion of the electorate is dissatisfied with his handling of the economy, inflation and living costs, and would favor a Democratic candidate if voting took place tomorrow. Economic pressures, including rising gasoline prices linked to the conflict with Iran, are highlighted as key factors behind the swing. The poll also shows strong disapproval of Trump’s recent move to relax sanctions on Russia, a step that has drawn sharp criticism from Republican senators Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz, who argue that addressing the Iran issue would be more effective for lowering energy prices.