politics
March 4, 2026
How deeply have Trump’s Iran strikes split America?
RT breaks down public and Capitol Hill reactions to the new Middle East war, launched days before US election season
TL;DR
- US public opinion is divided on President Trump's order to attack Iran, with polls showing low initial support.
- Lawmakers are split, with Republicans largely defending the action but some citing constitutional concerns, while most Democrats condemn it.
- Trump's approval rating has not seen a "rally-round-the-flag" boost, remaining flat or slightly declining.
- The conflict may complicate GOP messaging ahead of the midterms, potentially impacting their anti-interventionist stance.
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