Trump has ordered a huge buildup of forces in the Middle East and preparations for a potential multi-week air attack on Iran. A senior White House official said that despite Trump’s bellicose rhetoric there was still no “unified support” within the administration to go ahead with an attack on Iran. But he could face more pushback if he steers the U.S. into war with Iran, which would be a much more formidable foe. Advertisement“The White House will need to clearly connect any action to protecting American security and economic stability at home,” she said. Godfrey, the Republican strategist, said independent voters - crucial in deciding the outcomes of close elections - will be scrutinizing how Trump handles Iran.

Source: Huffington Post February 24, 2026 05:46 UTC