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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: New Poll Shows Trump Losing Ground Ahead of Midterms Amid Iran Conflict
Caption: New Poll Shows Trump Losing Ground Ahead of Midterms Amid Iran Conflict. A new CNN poll suggests President Donald Trump's approval ratings have weakened ahead of the 2026 elections, with growing voter dissatisfaction over his handling of the war with Iran. Most Americans disapprove of the U.S. military campaign against Iran, and many believe the conflict is likely to continue for months or even years rather than end quickly. The survey found that only about one-third of respondents believe Trump has a clear strategy for the conflict, while a majority question the administration's objectives. Many voters also say the president is devoting too much attention to the war with Iran instead of focusing on issues they consider more pressing, such as the economy, inflation and the cost of living. Although Republicans remain largely supportive of Trump's approach, independents have become increasingly critical, contributing to a decline in the president's approval rating. The poll indicates that Democrats currently hold an advantage on the generic congressional ballot, raising the possibility that Republicans could lose one or both chambers of Congress. Analysts note that wars have historically boosted presidents' popularity, but the Iran conflict appears to have had the opposite effect. The conflict with Iran has become one of the biggest political liabilities facing Trump's administration as voters increasingly want him to shift his attention to problems at home. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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