Disapproval of Donald Trump has risen to 62%, the highest of his two terms in office, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll. The record low comes six months before the US midterm elections, amid economic fallout from his war against Iran.
The poll found that Trump's overall approval stands at 37%, little changed from 39% in February. However, his disapproval rating reached a new peak, driven by poor marks on the cost of living and the economy. A staggering 76% disapproved of his handling of the cost of living, while 66% disapproved of his management of the Iran war.
Among Republicans, Trump's approval held steady at 85%, but the share who strongly approve dropped from 53% to 45%. His rating among Republican-leaning independents fell to a new low of 56%, while among all independents his approval slipped to 25%.
The poll suggests trouble for Republican majorities in the House and Senate. Among registered voters, Democrats hold a five-point advantage in House election preferences, rising to nine points among those certain to vote. Additionally, 73% of Democrats said these midterms are much more important than past ones, compared with 52% of Republicans.
Trump's best rating was on border security, with 45% approval. However, his handling of immigration overall drew 40% approval. The poll also found that seven in ten Americans said Trump is not honest and trustworthy, and six in ten said he lacks the mental sharpness to serve as president.
