Trump Claims 59% Approval Rating as He Ties Falling Prices to Cheaper Oil

Trump Claims 59% Approval Rating as He Ties Falling Prices to Cheaper Oil

Trump touts a 59% approval figure and credits lower oil and gas costs for easing consumer prices, in a post that runs against recent independent polling.

Richard Miniter
First Published: July 12, 2026, 5:15 PM ET

Donald Trump claimed a 59% approval rating and credited falling oil and gas costs for bringing down consumer prices in a post on Truth Social. Trump offered no source for the figure. Trump framed the claim as evidence that his economic agenda is working for American households.