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Most Americans prefer economic pressure over military force against Iran’s nuclear program, with rising support after Trump’s speech, but want Congress to approve any strike.
A CBS News/YouGov poll from February 25–27, 2026, found most Americans favor economic or diplomatic pressure over military force to address Iran’s nuclear program, though support for military action rose after President Trump’s State of the Union.
Public opinion on military strikes was divided, with expectations of a short conflict correlating to higher support.
A majority believed Congress should authorize any military action, and while the president’s approval on Iran was slightly higher than overall ratings, a large share still felt he had not adequately explained U.S. policy.
Most Americans expect an economic slowdown or recession and believe the president downplays inflation.
The poll of 2,264 adults had a margin of error of ±2.5 points.
La mayoría de los estadounidenses prefieren la presión económica por encima de la fuerza militar contra el programa nuclear de Irán, con un apoyo creciente después del discurso de Trump, pero quieren que el Congreso apruebe cualquier ataque.