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Democrats Divided Over Iran Policy and Military Action

3/4/2026

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Democrats largely oppose U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies and Iran actions after the killing of Iran's supreme leader.
Divisions are emerging within the Democratic Party over a war powers resolution, with Rep. Greg Landsman and Sen. John Fetterman opposing the measure.
Republicans portray Democrats as obstructive.
Polls show disapproval of military action in Iran, especially among Democrats and independents, and as primaries near, candidates reject support from pro-Israel groups.

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Democrats largely oppose U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies and Iran actions after the killing of Iran's supreme leader.
Divisions are emerging within the Democratic Party over a war powers resolution, with Rep. Greg Landsman and Sen. John Fetterman opposing the measure.
Republicans portray Democrats as obstructive.
Polls show disapproval of military action in Iran, especially among Democrats and independents, and as primaries near, candidates reject support from pro-Israel groups.