Trump Voters Back Iran Strikes, Despite Gas Price Spike

0:00It's March 8th, and here's what's happening across the world right now. Recent strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran have trump voters mostly standing firm behind the President. Reuters interviewed eight Americans who backed him in 2024, and they largely approve of the action that lines up with a recent poll showing nearly two-thirds of his supporters in favor, while just one in four Americans overall backed the strikes. Gas prices have spiked 20-50 cents per gallon in many spots, troubling folks amid the conflict. Still, those who support the moves say the hikes should be temporary, drawing from past oil shocks like after the 1979 Iranian revolution. These voters view the strikes as long overdue, finally tackling decades of threats from Iran, despite recent nuclear talks. They praised Trump for getting ahead of dangers that past leaders ignored. But many fear escalation could lead to terror attacks on U.S. cities, or drag the country into years of fighting. A major worry is any large deployment of American ground troops.

1:01Supporters draw a hard line there, no nation-building or open-ended wars. They might okay limited forces to knock out missiles, but only if invited by a new Iranian government. Shifting explanations from Trump officials have confused some, and rising energy costs could erode backing if the conflict drags on, that might hurt Republicans heading into the key November midterm elections for Congress. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. Some people meditate. I just lay down and press play. S-O-L-I-R-A-C-L-L-I-I-SOLIPILO.COM