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Senate GOP Urges Trump to Tone Down Rhetoric Amid Poll Decline

4/14/2026

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Senate Republicans urge U.S. President Donald Trump to moderate his extreme rhetoric amid declining poll numbers.
Trump has attacked Pope Leo XIV and threatened Iran, drawing criticism from Senate Majority Leader John Thune.
Democrats plan to push a war powers resolution to limit Trump's military actions in Iran.
Some Republican members urge congressional approval for military action beyond 60 days, influencing caution on new funding.

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Senate Republicans urge U.S. President Donald Trump to moderate his extreme rhetoric amid declining poll numbers.
Trump has attacked Pope Leo XIV and threatened Iran, drawing criticism from Senate Majority Leader John Thune.
Democrats plan to push a war powers resolution to limit Trump's military actions in Iran.
Some Republican members urge congressional approval for military action beyond 60 days, influencing caution on new funding.