Most Americans against Trump, U.S. actions in Iran, new poll shows
Key Points:
- A majority of Americans (56%) oppose U.S. military action in Iran, while only 36% approve of President Trump's handling of the conflict, according to a recent NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.
- Support for military action is sharply divided along party lines, with 84% of Republicans in favor compared to 86% of Democrats opposing it; Independents also largely disapprove (61%).
- The poll reveals demographic differences, showing younger Americans (64% of those aged 18-29), Black (68%), and Latino (60%) respondents are more likely to oppose the military action, while White people without college degrees tend to support it.
- The conflict, which began with U.S. and Israeli strikes killing Iran's