Trump veers from boredom to denial after six months of Iran war

US President Donald Trump's six-month-long Iran war has turned him into a figure of boredom and denial, as voters become increasingly frustrated by its impact on living costs and with the nearing midterm elections. At a recent press conference, Trump barely mentioned the conflict, instead focusing on his helipad, ballroom, and granite paving stones.

Concern about the war's economic consequences has led to low public approval ratings for Trump, with a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll showing his approval rating at 33%, the lowest of his term. Even his supporters are questioning the rationale behind escalating the war with no clear exit strategy. Trump's interest in the war has waned as it has become a burden, with his public justifications for starting it shifting from regime change to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

As the war drags on, the impact on American consumers, particularly in rural areas, has become a significant concern. Gas prices have soared, and this, coupled with the war's overall negative effect, could cost Republicans their control of the House and possibly the Senate in November's midterm elections. Despite this, Trump's desire to leave a lasting legacy after his second term ends in 2029 may keep him involved in the conflict for the time being.