A CNBC survey reveals housing costs are the top political concern for young US voters (18-34), surpassing food prices and protecting democracy. This issue is crucial for the 2026 midterm elections, with Democrats perceived as better equipped to address it than Republicans.
President Trump said Thursday Americans should expect higher gas prices for an unspecified period due to the Iran war, while claiming the conflict has had less impact on markets than anticipated. Trump said the stock market is at an all-time high and oil prices are lower than his $200/barrel prediction, with Brent crude at $105.07. Gas prices have surged over 30% to above $4/gallon since the Feb. 28 attack on Iran, with a majority of Americans expecting higher prices to last at least six months according to a CNBC survey. Trump said he is in no rush for a peace deal and will wait to see what terms Tehran will accept.
The latest CNBC All-America Economic Survey shows President Trump's overall approval at 40%, a 5-point drop from last quarter, with net approval falling to -18 — the lowest of his two terms. Economic approval dropped to 39%/60%, the worst for either term. The decline is attributed to dissatisfaction with the Iran war, high gasoline prices and negative economic views. The survey of 1,000 respondents has a +/- 3.1% margin of error.
