Increasing Number of Americans Believe Biden Should Urge Israel to Cease Gaza Actions, CBS News Poll Finds

An increasing number of Americans are calling on President Biden to urge Israel to halt military actions in Gaza, as his handling of the situation reaches its lowest approval levels yet. A recent poll conducted before Iran’s drone and missile attack on Israel revealed that the majority of the U.S. public does not support U.S. military action against Iran in the event of an attack on Israel. Instead, there is more support for backing Israel’s next steps.

President Biden is facing mounting pressure within his own party over the Israel-Hamas conflict, with Democrats showing increasing sympathy for both the Palestinian and Israeli people. Particularly concerning for Biden is the decline in approval among younger Americans regarding his handling of the conflict.

The survey also showed a rise in Democrats and independents opposing the U.S. sending weapons and supplies to Israel, although this remains a majority view among Republicans. Additionally, there is a growing number of Americans advocating for sending humanitarian aid to Palestinians, despite opposition from most Republicans.

The threat of terrorism is expected to increase for both Israel and the U.S. due to the conflict, and most Americans believe the U.S. government is not doing enough to bring American hostages home. The handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict is seen as reflecting on the U.S.’ morals, principles, security, and strategic interests.

While Biden’s overall approval ratings remain stable in the low 40s, there has been a decline in approval among younger Americans, particularly in relation to his handling of the conflict. The economy continues to be a key factor influencing public opinion of the president, with concerns about inflation and economic growth impacting overall perceptions of his performance.