Poll shows Americans want Congress to focus on ending Iran war and lowering costs

A new Reuters/Ipsos poll suggests Americans want the incoming Congress to put the war with Iran, tariffs and the cost of living at the top of its agenda. The survey found broad support for legislation to end the war, with respondents also backing action to reverse import tariffs and ease household expenses. The findings point to strong public pressure on lawmakers as they prepare for the first 100 days of the next Congress.

According to the poll, 71 percent of Americans supported Congress passing legislation to end the war with Iran. That included 93 percent of Democrats and 51 percent of Republicans, indicating support that crosses party lines. About 62 percent said they backed repealing import tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump, while nine in 10 respondents said Congress should focus on the cost of living in its first 100 days.

The survey also suggested that many voters want cooperation rather than confrontation between the White House and Democrats. The poll comes as Democrats are expected to hold between 54 and 56 Senate seats next year, depending on unresolved races in Mississippi and Alaska. Even with that advantage, passing major legislation would remain difficult because most bills need 60 votes to overcome a filibuster in the Senate.

Any measure that reaches the president would also face the possibility of a veto, which could limit how quickly Congress can act on the priorities identified by voters. The results are significant because they link foreign policy, trade and household finances in a single set of public concerns. The war with Iran and Trump's tariff policy are both described in the poll as factors contributing to economic pressure, showing how international conflict and trade decisions can shape domestic sentiment.

That makes the survey relevant not only to congressional strategy, but also to the broader political debate over how the next legislature should respond to inflation and foreign policy. The findings also suggest that voters are not primarily looking for retaliation against the Trump administration. Forty-two percent of respondents said it would be bad for the country if the new Congress tried to impeach Trump, compared with 33 percent who said it would be good.

A political science professor quoted in the report said voters appear motivated by opposition to the administration on several fronts, including the economy, the war, corruption and immigration enforcement, and want Democrats to work on those issues. What remains unclear is how much of this public sentiment can be translated into law once the new Congress convenes. The balance of power in the Senate, the need for bipartisan support and the president's veto power all point to a difficult legislative path.

The poll nevertheless indicates that ending the war with Iran, rolling back tariffs and addressing living costs are likely to be central political tests in the months ahead.

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