A new CNN poll shows President Trump's approval rating for his handling of the economy has dropped to 31%. That comes as gas prices continue to rise due to the war in Iran. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more on what that all means for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.
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How the Iran war and the economy could negatively impact Republicans in the midterms
A new CNN poll shows President Trump's approval rating for his handling of the economy has dropped to 31%. That comes as gas prices continue to rise due to the war in Iran. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more on what that all means for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.
Published April 2, 2026, 11:16 PM
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