A new NBC News poll shows Donald Trump at 37% approval, the lowest for his second term, with 63% disapproving as concerns over the economy and Iran-related tensions weigh on voters.

Voters identify the economy (29%) and threats to democracy (24%) as top issues, and inflation and the cost of living draw strong disapproval from a majority.

Overall, 63% disapprove of Trump’s performance, including 50% who disapprove strongly, with sizable disagreement on his handling of the Iran war and inflation.

At a Turning Point USA rally, Vice President JD Vance defended the Pope’s right to comment but argued that leaders may call for force in certain circumstances.

Gas prices have surged to multi-year highs amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, fueling economic pessimism and concerns about energy costs.

The Iran crisis intersects with U.S. diplomacy, as a U.S. delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner was reported heading to Pakistan for talks, while Vance is no longer leading those efforts.

Among Gen Z conservatives, there is a shift away from MAGA toward traditional Republicans, with about two-thirds now backing the party.

Republicans face challenges defending their House majority ahead of midterms amid rising inflation, economic concerns, and questions about war avoidance promises.

An AI-generated image portraying Trump as a Christ-like figure circulated on April 12 and was later taken down; Trump says it actually depicted him as a doctor intended to show healing.

The White House did not immediately respond to the polling results.

There is a broader pattern of declining public confidence since the Iran conflict began, with papal discourse and AI controversy contributing to the downward trend.

Analysts attribute the decline to the US-Iran war and its economic ripple effects, notably higher oil prices fueling voter dissatisfaction.