Americans blame Trump policies for rising costs in Reuters/Ipsos poll

A Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that 78 percent of Americans attribute rising prices and the increased cost of living to the policies of the Trump administration. This sentiment spans various political affiliations, including 64 percent of Republicans, 76 percent of independents, and 95 percent of Democrats.

Respondents identified several contributing factors to economic anxiety, including the administration’s imposition of import tariffs and the impact of the war in Iran on global energy rates. The poll found that 57 percent of Republican respondents reported that living costs are increasing faster than their paychecks, while two-thirds of the total surveyed population shared this concern.

Economic dissatisfaction is reflected in President Trump’s approval ratings, with 62 percent of respondents disapproving of his handling of the economy. These findings come ahead of the November midterm elections, as the rising cost of living emerges as a primary concern for voters across the political spectrum.