4/15/26 - Majority Of Voters Blame Trump For Recent Rise In Gas Prices, Trump Job Approval Holds Steady At 38%, Quinnipiac University National Poll Finds; 64% Think Threat To End 'A Whole Civilization
Quinnipiac University Poll • • nation
Key Points:
- A Quinnipiac University poll finds that 65% of voters blame President Donald Trump at least some for the recent rise in gasoline prices amid the U.S. conflict with Iran, with 51% blaming him a lot; blame varies sharply by party affiliation.
- Overall, 38% of voters approve of Trump's job performance and handling of the economy, while majorities disapprove, marking an all-time low approval for his economic management.
- Only 36% approve of Trump's handling of the Iran situation, with 58% disapproving; 40% support U.S. military action against Iran, while 53% oppose it.
- Most voters reject Trump's threats against Iran, with 64% finding his "whole civilization will die tonight" comment unacceptable, and 65% opposing bombing Iran's civilian infrastructure if negotiations fail.
- A majority expect the U.S. military action against Iran to last months or longer, and 45% believe it has weakened the U.S. position in the world, while 47% say Iran’s position has weakened as a result.
