President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to the low 30s in multiple May 2026 polls amid sustained public discontent with U.S. military involvement in Iran and its effects on gasoline prices and broader living costs. Recent surveys from Reuters/Ipsos, Pew, and the Washington Post-ABC show disapproval of the conflict reaching levels comparable to past unpopular wars, with even some Republican voters expressing reservations about the administration’s goals and economic fallout. These trends coincide with the approach of November 2026 midterm elections, where historical patterns show presidents often see rating shifts tied to legislative outcomes and foreign-policy developments. Any resolution of the Iran situation, new economic data releases, or major policy announcements could alter sentiment before year-end.