CBS Poll: Majority Believe U.S.-Iran Conflict Not Going Well

0:00On March 23rd, a new CBS news poll shows most Americans believe the US conflict with Iran is not going well. Out of more than 3,000 adults surveyed from March 17th to 20th, 57 percent said things are going badly, while 43 percent see it going well. The war started by the US and Israel on February 28th is now in its 4th week and has already killed over 2,000 people. Americans spiked Sunday with threats to hit key infrastructure, including Iran's warning to close the strait of Hormuz if the US targets power. Plants. But President Trump delayed any strikes by 5 days on Monday, calling talks with Iran productive so far. Still, many worry about the fallout. Americans are voicing big concerns over the economy, with 63 percent expecting it to weaken soon and 44 percent over the longer haul. 68 percent also feel the administration hasn't explained its goals clearly, and 42 percent

1:01think the US will be less safe down the done. Road. Rising gas prices are hitting hard too, as 67 percent say people shouldn't have to pay more to support the fight, with overall disapproval of. The military action at 60 percent. For now, the focus stays on those negotiations amid growing public doubts.