MAGA’s Youth Fray: War Skepticism and Rising Costs Split the MAGA Base

TPUSA chapters in battleground states show young conservatives growing more skeptical of the Iran war and feeling betrayed by Trump’s “no new wars” pledge, while also grappling with high gas prices and living costs. Many look to Tucker Carlson as a more anti-war influence than GOP leaders, signaling a possible anti-intervention tilt within the MAGA base. Polls indicate a generational split, with younger Trump supporters less enthusiastic about intervention than older Republicans. The mood could strain MAGA unity ahead of 2028, as students urge an open primary and question whether Rubio or Vance can rally the next generation.