Most Americans want Democrats focused on ending Iran war, lower costs: Poll
Summary
A Reuters/Ipsos poll found that many Americans want the incoming Congress to focus on ending the war with Iran, lowering living costs and repealing President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The poll also found broad support for cooperation between Trump and Democrats, while respondents were divided on whether Congress should try to impeach him.Key Facts
- Seventy-one percent of respondents supported Congress passing legislation to end the war with Iran, including 93 percent of Democrats and 51 percent of Republicans.
- About 62 percent supported repealing Trump’s import tariffs.
- Nine in 10 respondents said Congress should focus on the cost of living during its first 100 days.
- Large majorities of both parties said Trump should work with Democrats and Democratic leaders should try to work with the president.
- Forty-two percent said it would be bad for the country if the new Congress tried to impeach Trump, while 33 percent said it would be good.
- The poll found 45 percent viewed the Democratic Party favourably and 51 percent unfavourably.
- The article says House Democrats are scheduled to hold leadership elections on November 18 and 19, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer faces calls to step aside.
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