Americans See Iran as a Clear Threat but Doubt Trump’s Military Judgment—A Dangerous Disconnect

As Iran continues its nuclear brinkmanship and the United States engages in high-stakes negotiations, a recent AP-NORC poll reveals a troubling gap between public perception of the Iranian threat and confidence in President Donald Trump’s handling of military force. While a clear majority of Americans view Tehran as an outright enemy bent on advancing nuclear weapons, fewer than a third trust the president to make sound judgments involving military engagement—a disconnect with serious implications for America First security and sovereignty. Why Do Americans Fear Iran But Doubt Their Commander-in-Chief? The poll found that about 61% of U.S. adults consider Iran...