What happened
South Carolina Senator Darline Graham argued against immediately ending the Iran war during a recent debate. Graham defended the conflict, stating that Iran is close to developing a nuclear weapon and that President Donald Trump needs more time to end the war. She expressed support for a strong military and the idea of peace through strength.
Graham's comments came despite a lack of public evidence from the intelligence community that Iran poses an imminent threat to the US. Additionally, Americans have overwhelmingly disapproved of the conflict, with public approval for the Iran war falling to 33% in a recent poll.
The debate also highlighted Graham's stance on national security issues, including her previous admission of not being well-informed on the topic. Meanwhile, several Republican candidates have called for an immediate end to the war, citing its unpopularity and the rising cost of living.
The Iran war has had significant economic implications, with US gas prices rising roughly 44% to 50% since its beginning in February. The average price of regular gas has reached $4.36, while diesel prices have averaged $6.30, according to AAA.
