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Polls Show Majority Disapprove of Trump's Iran Strategy

4/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The war in Iran, now in its seventh week, creates headwinds for U.S. President Donald Trump.
Polls show 24% say the conflict is worth the cost, and 64% disapprove of President Trump's handling.
Only 38% back the strikes, and many voters doubt his objectives and plans.
70% rate the economy as fair or poor, with gas prices blamed on President Trump's policies, a factor in Republican prospects for the midterms.

History

Historical Context

The Iran Hostage Crisis began on November 4, 1979, when 66 Americans were taken hostage at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran by the Muslim Student Followers of the Imam's Line. This event, rooted in the Iranian Revolution and demands for the return of the exiled Shah, lasted 444 days and severely damaged U.S.-Iran relations, influencing public opinion and foreign policy for decades.

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Story summary

The war in Iran, now in its seventh week, creates headwinds for U.S. President Donald Trump.
Polls show 24% say the conflict is worth the cost, and 64% disapprove of President Trump's handling.
Only 38% back the strikes, and many voters doubt his objectives and plans.
70% rate the economy as fair or poor, with gas prices blamed on President Trump's policies, a factor in Republican prospects for the midterms.

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