# Trump's approval drops to 33% as Republicans face three key concerns

> Trump's approval falls to 33% with Republicans facing three major poll challenges ahead of midterms.
- Title: Trump's approval drops to 33% as Republicans face three key…
- Summary: Trump's approval falls to 33% with Republicans facing three major poll challenges ahead of midterms. Trump's approval rating dropped to 33% in a Washington…
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- Author: Ravi Hari
- Published: 2026-10-18T20:33:58+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: trump, approval, republicans, midterms, cost-of-living, democrats, house, military-action-iran, news, india
## Trump's approval rating
Trump's approval rating fell to 33% in a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll released October 18, 2026.
## Strong disapproval of Trump
More than half of respondents, or 52%, strongly disapproved of Trump's performance.
## Gasoline affordability concerns
71% of Americans say gasoline is unaffordable as cost-of-living concerns mount.
## Democratic lead in House control
Democrats hold an eight-point lead over Republicans in the race for House control.
## Military action against Iran
65% of respondents consider military action against Iran a mistake.
## Republican party image concerns
66% view Trump as too extreme, and 63% have an unfavorable view of Republicans.
## Key takeaway

Trump's approval rating dropped to 33% in a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll, with Republicans worried about rising cost-of-living dissatisfaction, Democratic lead in House control, and public opposition to military action against Iran.