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Poll shows Americans think tariffs and Iran war are bad
Filed: May 12, 2026 at 6:05 PM ET
Summary: A new poll says most Americans believe U.S. tariffs hurt both economies and that the Iran war is bad for America.
WHO: NPR-Chicago Council-Ipsos
WHAT: Results of an NPR-Chicago Council-Ipsos poll on Americans’ views
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 5:18 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Part of a poll assessing public views ahead of President Trump’s trip to China.
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