A recent Quinnipiac University poll indicates that 60% of registered voters oppose U.S. military action in Iran, while 34% support it. This represents the lowest level of support and the highest level of opposition recorded since the poll began tracking this issue in March 2026. The poll also reveals that 74% of voters oppose sending U.S. ground troops into Iran.
Regarding the expected duration of military action, 55% of voters believe it will last a year or longer, a significant increase from 32% in a previous poll conducted in April. In contrast, 34% think it will last months, while only 4% believe it will last weeks, and 1% think it will last days.
The poll also found that 54% of voters believe the U.S. is not winning the war with Iran, and 66% think the conflict has not been worth fighting. Political opinions vary significantly, with 93% of Democrats and 73% of independents believing the war has not been worth it, compared to 67% of Republicans who think it has.
When asked about the negotiators, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, 39% of voters expressed confidence in their ability to negotiate an end to the conflict, while 57% had little to no confidence.
President Donald Trump's approval rating stands at 32%, the lowest recorded by Quinnipiac University, with 58% disapproving of his performance. Voters were also asked about their views on the economy, with 71% describing it as not so good or poor, and 59% believing it is getting worse. Additionally, 88% of voters view inflation as a serious problem.