Iran War Political Fallout: Poll Shows Widespread Disapproval; Iran Threatens Full-Scale Offensive
Key Questions
What do polls show about public support for Trump's Iran policy?
A new poll indicates only 23% of Americans believe Trump will secure a better deal with Iran than Obama, while 68% say the war was not worth it, including many non-MAGA Republicans. This positions the conflict as a political liability ahead of the midterms.
What threats has Iran made in response to U.S. actions?
Iran has threatened a full-scale offensive with no political borders safe if U.S. airstrikes continue, including strikes on Kuwait and targets in Saudi Arabia. The U.S. has conducted nightly air strikes and re-instituted naval blockades.
What is the 500% tariff bill on Russian oil buyers?
The bill imposes 500% tariffs on Russian oil buyers as a tribute to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and has 85 cosponsors. Its economic impacts on ordinary Americans remain unclear.
A new poll shows only 23% of Americans think Trump will get a better Iran deal than Obama, and 68% say the war wasn't worth it, even splitting non-MAGA Republicans. Iran has now threatened a 'full-scale offensive' with no political borders safe if U.S. airstrikes continue, striking Kuwait and targeting Saudi Arabia. This confirms the Iran war as a major political liability for Trump and the GOP ahead of the midterms. The 500% tariff bill on Russian oil buyers as a tribute to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham has 85 cosponsors, but economic impacts on ordinary Americans are unclear. Jonah Goldberg argues the war's narrative will shape policy for decades.