65% Disapprove of Trump’s Iran Approach; Party Split Widens

Although Republicans generally back Trump’s handling of Iran, some have expressed reservations about the agreement itself. Critics within the party object to provisions allowing Iran to freely sell oil and question whether the deal sufficiently limits Tehran’s activities.

The survey indicates that many Americans believe US military involvement in the conflict exceeded acceptable limits. About 53% of adults said American military action against Iran had “gone too far,” only slightly lower than the 59% who held that view in March. That finding signals a strong public desire to avoid further escalation.

Republicans were more supportive of military measures. Roughly 40% said US action had been “about right,” while 37% believed it had not gone far enough. Those numbers reflect continued support among many Republican voters for a more assertive stance toward Iran.

Trump’s handling of Israel also receives limited public support. Only 34% of Americans approve of his approach to Israel-related issues. The poll comes amid rising tensions between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The disagreement centers on recent Israeli military actions in Lebanon, which Trump has criticized for potentially undermining diplomatic efforts with Iran.

The survey found little improvement in public perceptions of Trump’s economic management. About one-third of Americans approve of his handling of the economy, a figure that remains largely unchanged from last month. Economic concerns continue to represent a challenge for the president despite his longstanding emphasis on business and economic leadership.

While Republicans remain more supportive than the general public, some cracks are emerging within Trump’s base. About 69% of Republicans approve of his handling of the economy, compared with 78% who approve of his overall performance. That gap suggests economic issues may be generating greater concern among Republican voters than other aspects of his presidency.