A new poll by Associated Press shows that public opinion in the United States is becoming increasingly negative about the war with Iran and its economic consequences. According to the survey, about 60 percent of Americans oppose sending ground troops to Iran, and nearly 59 percent believe the military action has gone “too far.” While the approval rating of Donald Trump has remained nearly stable, the crisis has become a serious political cost for his administration. At the same time, 45 percent of Americans say they are concerned about their ability to afford gasoline in the coming months. Public opinion appears divided between two major priorities: preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and controlling rising energy prices, while support for broader goals such as regime change or protecting Israel is significantly lower. Trust in Trump’s military decision-making is low, with nearly half of respondents expressing little or no confidence in him. The Associated Press analysis suggests that the continuation or escalation of the war could significantly weaken the political position of Trump and the Republican Party.
