According to a latest poll released by Reuters/Ipsos on Friday, about 77% of registered American voters—including 55% of Republicans, 82% of independents, and 95% of Democrats—believe that Trump bears at least some responsibility for the recent surge in oil prices. This round of rising oil prices is believed to have been triggered by his decision, along with U.S. allies including Israel, to launch a war against Iran. For the Republican Party, this result could serve as a potential warning signal ahead of the midterm elections. As voters grow increasingly concerned about economic issues, Republicans are striving to strengthen their policy narrative around "affordability of living costs" to avoid backlash from voters over economic concerns. In this poll, 38% of respondents believe Republican economic policies are better, while 37% think Democratic policies are superior—giving Republicans only a one-point lead, far below the 14-point advantage they held when Trump began his second term.
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