Trump fans at CPAC hope for the best in Iran but worry over the cost at home
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Key Points:
- Conservative activists at CPAC expressed continued support and trust in Donald Trump's decision to attack Iran but voiced concerns about the potential chaos and long-term consequences of the conflict.
- Many attendees emphasized the importance of a quick resolution without deploying U.S. troops, hoping for a popular uprising in Iran to overthrow the regime and for gas prices to stabilize to maintain public support.
- The war has caused divisions within the Republican Party, with worries that rising gas prices and economic strain could hurt GOP prospects in the upcoming midterm elections.
- Some prominent figures, including Steve Bannon and Rafael Cruz, urged strong backing of Trump’s actions while acknowledging the risks of prolonged conflict and potential U.S. military involvement.
- Despite misgivings about the war's impact at home, affection for Trump remained strong among CPAC attendees, who largely viewed the conflict as a necessary step to free the Iranian people and protect U.S. interests.
