President Donald Trump is standing by his decision to launch military strikes against Iran, insisting it was the right move for America's long-term security.
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Trump's refusal to apologize for the strikes comes amid voter dissatisfaction with the decision, which appears to have hurt Republican candidates in the recent midterm elections. According to a Fox News poll, 60% of registered voters believed military action against Iran was the wrong decision.
Trump defended his decision in a Tuesday interview, stating that he is convinced it was the correct one for the long-term good of the country and the world. He also predicted that oil prices will plummet as the conflict heads toward resolution.
The Democratic Party is expected to control the House in the next Congress, with Democrats winning dozens of seats. Voter dissatisfaction with the Trump administration's handling of the war, particularly among independents and younger voters, is cited as a major factor in the election outcome.
