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Politics● LowOct 5 · Oct 5, 2026, 1:00 AM

CBS News poll finds 66% disapprove of Trump's handling of the economy

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Pressure is building on President Trump to address the cost of living, with Americans frustrated with his handling of the economy and rising prices. A new CBS News poll found that 70% say the president's policies are raising the cost of food and groceries, and 64% said the war in Iran is driving oil and gas prices much higher. Taurean Small has more.

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