Washington DC [US], May 5, 2026, BNN Web Staff: US President Donald Trump on Monday rejected opinion polls indicating declining public support for the ongoing military action against Iran, branding the surveys as “fake” during remarks at a small business summit at the White House.
Trump criticised recent polling data suggesting that only a minority of Americans back the Iran operation, arguing that such figures are misleading and poorly framed.
“They give me fake polls,” Trump said. Referring to a survey showing low approval for the conflict, he added that while he personally dislikes war, the US military remains unmatched in strength and capability.
He further claimed that polling questions are designed unfairly and suggested that public responses would differ if respondents were asked whether Iran should be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.
“It wouldn’t be 32 per cent,” he said, insisting that such surveys are unreliable.
His remarks come amid growing public debate over US involvement in the conflict, with a recent Washington Post–ABC News–Ipsos poll indicating that only 36 per cent of Americans believe military action against Iran was the right decision.
Separately, Trump also escalated rhetoric on Iran during a Fox News interview, warning that Tehran would face devastating consequences if it targeted US naval assets involved in the ongoing “Project Freedom” operation.
He claimed US forces had already destroyed multiple small boats linked to Iran and described American military readiness as fully prepared across global bases.
Trump further stated that foreign governments had sought US assistance to secure safe passage through strategic waterways, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, where tensions have intensified.
The US President also suggested Iran’s negotiating position had shifted in recent weeks, calling Tehran “more flexible” while maintaining that American deployments in the region remain active.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has reportedly said it is reviewing a US counter-proposal aimed at de-escalating the conflict, according to international media reports.
