Trump Approval Low Even As Iran Deal Emerged

June 19, 2026 6:58 am

WASHINGTON (AP) — A new AP-NORC poll finds that Trump’s approval on Iran remained low, at 34%, even as a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart negotiations materialized. The survey was conducted June 11-17, just after Trump called off threats to escalate the war with Iran. Respondents answered as Trump announced a deal with Iran and authorized an end to the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The poll concluded just before the deal was signed Wednesday. Trump’s overall presidential approval also held steady at 37%. Only about one-third of U.S. adults approve of his handling of Israel as tensions grow between the two countries.