Trump Approval on Iran Stays Low as Tentative Deal Emerges

A new AP-NORC poll finds most Americans continue to disapprove of how President Trump is handling the conflict with Iran, even as an interim deal to halt fighting emerged. The survey was conducted as the president suggested an agreement with Iran had been reached.

Multiple outlets obtained a 14-point memorandum of understanding outlining the provisions. White House communications director Steve Cheung said the reported text does not reflect the language of the actual MOU. President Trump stated the full text will not be released until the agreement is signed in person by representatives from Washington and Tehran at the end of the week.

A senator said the deal emboldens Iran and gives it resources to build more ballistic missiles. " — Sen. Mark Kelly, June 2026 (The Hill) The senator added that if Congress has a role, the plan would be a nonstarter. The three-month conflict had raised global oil and gas prices and strained regional stability before the agreement was reached.