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Trump's Iran Policy Divides GOP Base

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AP-NORC Poll: Republicans Back Trump, Worry About Iran Conflict

A new poll shows strong Republican support for President Trump, but growing concerns over his handling of the Iran conflict. Despite rising gas prices, 63% of Republicans approve of airstrikes on Iranian targets, but only 20% support sending in ground troops. The survey, taken March 19-23 with over 1,000 adults, reveals a divide among Republicans between those who back bold moves and those who prioritize homefront wins.

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Trump's Iran Policy Divides GOP Base

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Canada News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump's Iran Policy Divides GOP Base. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

It's March 26th. This is Canada News Today, powered by AI. A new poll from the Associated Press and Norse Center shows strong Republican backing for President Trump overall, but growing worries about his. Handling of the conflict in Iran, while gas prices climb, hurting everyday supporters like car enthusiasts, 63 percent of Republicans approve airstrikes on Iranian targets, yet just 20 percent support sending in ground troops. This lines up with broader trust in Trump's foreign policy moves, including tougher stances on places like Cuba. The survey, taken March 19th through 23rd with over 1000 adults, highlights how Republicans want to avoid long Middle East wars. That Trump wants criticized. Some loyal voters stand firm, seeing the action as needed right now, even if they dislike high-fuel costs, squeezing fixed incomes. Others, including veterans and longtime fans, express real frustration, pulling back support over fears of lost lives and endless entanglement.

Rising gas prices could amplify this unease, especially heading into midterm elections, as they hit working folks hardest and clashed with hopes for. Cheaper everyday goods. Polling margins leave room for shifts, but for now, the split underscores tension in Trump's base between backing bold moves and craving focus on. Homefront wins.

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