Republicans support Trump’s Iran deal — until they find out what’s actually in it, poll shows
The Republican voters’ sentiment towards the preliminary peace deal with Iran has shifted significantly after gaining more information about the agreement, a recent poll conducted by J.L. Partners revealed. Initially, a majority of registered Republican voters supported the deal, with 62% in favor and only 20% against it. However, upon learning the specifics of the memorandum of understanding signed by President Trump, opinions shifted dramatically. Now, only 32% of respondents view the deal positively, while 44% consider it a bad deal, and 15% are undecided.
One of the main points of contention among GOP voters is the provision in the MOU that waives sanctions to allow the sale of Iranian crude oil and prevents the US from imposing new penalties during a 60-day negotiating period. Many respondents expressed concern that the agreement does not require Iran to cease funding terrorist proxies in the Middle East or dismantle its nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Additionally, nearly half of the participants (48%) expressed reluctance to support a deal that promises Iran $300 billion in reconstruction funds, which Trump and Vice President JD Vance claim would include the purchase of American agricultural products.
Furthermore, a significant portion of Republican voters (63%) believe that any peace deal with Iran should only be considered if the country surrenders its enriched uranium and dismantles its nuclear facilities. The issue of Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium, which is believed to be buried under rubble following US airstrikes on nuclear sites in 2025, remains a point of contention in ongoing negotiations.
When asked about priorities in the region, more than half of respondents (52%) stated that Israel should be allowed to attack Hezbollah in Lebanon, even if it jeopardizes a deal with Iran. Trump has criticized Israel for its actions in Lebanon but has also warned Iran of severe consequences if it fails to control Hezbollah. Additionally, opinions were divided on who emerged victorious from the conflict, with 44% believing the US won, 19% favoring Iran, and 31% considering it a tie or no clear winner.
The J.L. Partners survey gathered input from 1,033 registered Republican voters from June 19 to June 21, with a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points. The findings highlight the nuanced perspectives within the Republican Party regarding the peace deal with Iran and the complex geopolitical considerations at play.
