Trump’s Base Divided on Potential US Role in Iran-Israel ​conflict

⁤ Updated June 19, ‍2025
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Washington D.C. — President Trump faces a fractured base as the possibility of U.S.intervention in the escalating conflict between ‌Israel⁤ and‌ Iran looms. Some supporters are urging caution, while others believe the U.S.must prevent ⁤Iran from becoming a nuclear power.

Trump addressed reporters at the White House ‍on Wednesday, acknowledging the division⁣ among his supporters.⁣ He stated he remains undecided about direct U.S.involvement, a decision that⁤ would ⁣mark a shift from his typical reluctance regarding foreign‍ entanglements.

Iran’s Supreme Leader ⁣Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned the U.S. would face “irreparable damage” if it intervened ⁢militarily. Khamenei called Israel’s actions⁤ a “huge‌ mistake” in his first public statement as Friday.

In other news, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth suggested he might defy a ​federal court ruling against deploying ⁢National Guard troops⁤ and ‌U.S. marines‌ to Los ‍Angeles. This statement highlights the administration’s willingness to challenge judicial ⁣decisions.

The ‌U.S. Supreme Court upheld a tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for ‍minors, a⁢ setback for⁢ transgender rights advocates. The ruling could set a ​precedent for similar cases nationwide.

Additionally, the State Department announced new requirements for foreign students,⁣ mandating they​ unlock their social‍ media profiles for ⁢review before receiving U.S. visas. ⁣failure to comply ⁣will raise suspicions of concealed activity.

A⁢ public clash erupted between Sen.Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and‌ tucker Carlson over U.S. military involvement in the ⁤middle East, exposing further divisions within Trump’s coalition.

Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion acquisition of⁢ U.S. Steel was finalized Wednesday,⁤ granting the Trump administration important influence after an 18-month approval process.

What’s next

The coming weeks will ⁤be ⁤critical as President Trump weighs his options regarding the Middle East and ⁣navigates the ​conflicting views within his political base.