US EditionEven Trump’s Base Opposes War with Iran
- A recent survey conducted earlier this week revealed that a majority of Americans—around 60 percent—are against U.S. military involvement in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
- This opposition arises amid ongoing tensions, Trump's repeated threats to attack Iran, and a recent letter warning Iran of bombing if no deal is made.
- The survey of 1,512 adults between June 13-16 showed 56 percent support negotiations with Iran, while a majority across demographics oppose military action.
- Rich Baris, a leading pollster, warned of dire electoral consequences if the U.S. goes to war, and NIAC president Jamal Abdi stated military actions have tilted opinion further against war.
- The results suggest broad public resistance to war with Iran, indicating pressure for policymakers to prioritize diplomacy over military escalation.
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US President Donald Trump will be the only one to decide whether the United States will intervene in the war between Israel and Iran. That is according to Bart Kerremans, professor of American politics at KU Leuven. "Congress can try to block him, but that will not work in the short term", he says. Kerremans thinks that Trump's decision will not be long in coming, although opinions within the Republican camp are divided.
Even Trump’s Base Opposes War with Iran
An Economist/YouGov poll found that only 16% of U.S. adults and less than a quarter of Republicans think the U.S. should get involved in the conflict between Iran and Israel.Trump voters are even less enthusiastic than Republicans as a whole. Only 19% of 2024 Trump voters support U.S. involvemen
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