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Trump Administration Tries to Calm Iran Rhetoric Amid Unpopularity

Updated 2026-05-05 22:35 UTC 1 source Negative

President Trump and his administration are attempting to tone down their rhetoric on Iran as the war becomes increasingly unpopular. The goal is to maintain support ahead of upcoming midterm elections, particularly among Republicans.

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President Trump and his administration officials are sending signals to the MAGA base that they want to calm the waters when it comes to rhetoric on Iran as the war grows unpopular with Republicans and the general public ahead of the midterms. With the war wreaking havoc on energy prices, Trump, al
2026-05-05 22:12 UTC
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