Trump Hit by Scathing Poll About Major War Plot
The Daily Beast • • nation
Key Points:
- A Reuters poll shows only 7% of Americans support President Trump sending U.S. troops for a large-scale invasion of Iran, with 59% disapproving of the ongoing Iran conflict.
- Trump has made conflicting statements about deploying ground troops, denying current plans but not ruling out future action, emphasizing he is "not afraid" to send boots on the ground.
- The Pentagon is requesting an additional $200 billion from Congress to fund the Iran war, signaling a potential long-term military engagement despite Trump's claims the conflict will end soon.
- Discussions within the administration include deploying air and naval forces to secure oil passage through the Strait of Hormuz and possibly sending troops to strategic locations like Kharg Island, though such moves carry significant
