Trump voters angry over Iran, economy, poll finds: ‘Ordering pizza is for rich people’
“He’s kind of let me down,” one Republican said. “I think he got so distracted with the war that he forgot some old promises."
Mason Reed 
A new poll from AP-NORC reveals that despite President Donald Trump announcing a newly reached deal with Iran, broad disapproval remains regarding his handling of the conflict. While his overall presidential approval sits at 37%—holding steady from an AP-NORC poll conducted in May—roughly two-thirds of U.S. adults express dissatisfaction with his management of the Iran situation.
The Iran Conflict and Shifting Strategy
The three-month conflict has faced significant public scrutiny, even as the administration pivoted from aggressive threats toward reopening negotiations. The survey, conducted June 11-17, captured the atmosphere surrounding the announcement of a deal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and re-engaging in nuclear talks with Tehran.
Support for the president's approach remains sharply divided along party lines. While Democrats and independents largely view his actions negatively, only 28% of Republicans report unhappiness. However, even among the GOP base, some remain skeptical of the week's agreement, specifically regarding Iran's ability to resume oil exports.
Frustration Over Promises and Prices
Beyond foreign policy, the economy remains a point of contention. While some citizens point to busy local businesses as a sign of strength, others feel the weight of inflation. Patricia Bailey, a Republican from West Virginia, noted the struggle of rising costs, stating, "I just said the other night, ordering pizza is for rich people." Bailey expressed that while she voted for the president, she feels he has "let me down" and became too focused on the war to maintain his domestic economic promises.
Data shows that only 69% of Republicans approve of Trump’s handling of the economy, a figure that trails his overall presidential approval rating. As 53% of Americans continue to believe military action against Iran has gone too far, the administration faces the ongoing challenge of balancing international volatility with domestic economic pressures.
Navigating International Relationships
The poll also sheds light on the evolving relationship between the U.S. and Israel. Amidst rising tensions between the White House and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu—sparked by Trump's public criticism of Israeli operations in Lebanon—public approval for the president's approach to Israel remains at approximately one-third.
As 205focus.com continues to track these developments, the consensus from the poll suggests a weary public, with a majority of Americans ready for the current chapter of conflict to conclude.
