Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Trump's Approval Drops Amid Limited Support for Iran War

3/24/2026

24 3 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s net job approval rating has fallen to minus 15.3 percent three weeks into the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Polls show only 33–43 percent of Americans support the war.
Sixty-four percent oppose deploying ground troops.
Thirty-four percent would support limited "special forces" operations.
The Democratic Party shows a solid advantage in congressional ballots, raising concerns for Republicans ahead of the elections.

History

Historical Context

In 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson's approval rating fell to 35% due to widespread opposition to the Vietnam War, with 60% of Americans disapproving of U.S. involvement. This decline mirrored President Trump's approval rating during the U.S.-Israeli conflict, highlighting how foreign wars can significantly impact domestic political landscapes and potentially influence electoral outcomes for the Republican Party.

1 of 2

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s net job approval rating has fallen to minus 15.3 percent three weeks into the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Polls show only 33–43 percent of Americans support the war.
Sixty-four percent oppose deploying ground troops.
Thirty-four percent would support limited "special forces" operations.
The Democratic Party shows a solid advantage in congressional ballots, raising concerns for Republicans ahead of the elections.

1 / 2