Poll: Americans More Open to Continuing Iran Strikes, Yet Casualties and Goals Spark Doubt

A Washington Post poll of 1,005 Americans (March 6–9, 2026) finds support for continuing U.S. strikes against Iran rising to 34% from 25%, but 42% want the strikes stopped and 24% are unsure. Overall, 42% support continuing vs 40% opposing. Casualties are viewed as unacceptable by 63%, and only 35% say the Trump administration has clearly explained the goals. A majority (53%) doubt the strikes will contribute to long-term U.S. security. Public opinion remains divided and shifting early in the war, with seven service members killed.