Trump tries to sell Americans on war in Iran
President Donald Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday, attempting to reassure voters about his mission in Iran amid spiking oil prices and global pushback. Trump claimed the US has fulfilled its objectives, including wiping out the Iranian Navy and Air Force, but his speech lacked new announcements and may disappoint Republicans hoping for an end to America's intervention.
President Trump gave a prime-time address to the nation, seeking to reassure voters about his mission in Iran. The US has been involved in a conflict with Iran since February 28, resulting in the deaths of at least 13 American servicemen and a global energy crisis. Trump claimed the US has fulfilled its objectives, including wiping out the Iranian Navy and Air Force. However, his speech lacked new announcements and may disappoint Republicans hoping for an end to America's intervention. The conflict has also led to a spike in oil prices, with average US fuel prices soaring beyond $4 a gallon. Trump's approval rating has dipped to around 36-40%, with a majority of Americans disapproving of his military action against Iran.
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