Iran War backlash threatens Republican control of Congress

Middle East Politics Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:10:40 GMT Moderate confidence — 74/100

NewsFeedBarbara Leaf, former US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, tells Al Jazeera that public opposition to the war with Iran could threaten Republican control of Congress, as economic fallout fuels voter anger.

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NewsFeedBarbara Leaf, former US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, tells Al Jazeera that public opposition to the war with Iran could threaten Republican control of Congress, as economic fallout fuels voter anger.

Sources: Al Jazeera