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Young Republicans Divided on Trump's Iran War

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Young Republicans on college campuses grapple with President Trumps war in Iran, with a divide over whether its a bold move or a betrayal of his no new wars promise. Polls show a generational split in approval, with gas prices, job scarcity, and housing affordability adding to their concerns. The rift could shape the partys future as economic woes hit Gen Z hard.

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Young Republicans Divided on Trump's Iran War

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Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Young Republicans Divided on Trump's Iran War. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

Young Republicans on college campuses are split down the middle over President Trump's war in Iran. Many who backed him in 2024 now feel betrayed, saying it goes against his promise of no new wars in America first. Others see it as a bold move to stop Iran from getting nukes and support the people there. Poles back up the divide was only 49% of 18 to 29 year olds approving Trump's handling compared to over 75% of those 50 and older. Countries of college Republicans chapters from Chicago to North Carolina argue over whether it's a win for strength or a total flip from campaign talk. Students are feeling the pinch at home too, with gas prices up, jobs scarce for grads and housing out of reach. One guy works two minimum wage gigs just to cover fuel for his truck, wishing leaders focused on that instead of overseas fights. It's turning some off from midterms altogether. Some top Republicans, like Vice President JD Vance, admit young voters, are thrilled

with Middle East policy. A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon kicked in Friday, which could pave the way for talks and Trump keeps hinting at a deal soon. This rift among the young right could shape the party's future, testing Hawks against isolationists as economic woes hit Gen Z hard. For news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters, I'm Cory with the story.

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