From Foreign Policy · Howard W. French · · 2m
Democrats Must Listen to Voters on Foreign Policy
Democrats elected in U.S. midterms now face pressure to address foreign policy priorities voters care about.
In brief
Democrats elected in U.S. midterms now face pressure to address foreign policy priorities voters care about. Democrats must end Iran conflict, address Ukraine collusion with Russia, and hold Israel accountable after voters rejected Trump's foreign policy. Originally reported by Foreign Policy.
Voters Reject Trump's Foreign Policy

U.S. Democrats won overwhelming victory in midterm elections after voters linked Trump's Iran war to rising costs and inflation.
“the reason we lost is the war”
Vice President Vance's Claim
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance attributed Trump's election loss to the war against Iran, saying the president himself confirmed this.
“the reason we lost is the war”
Iran War Consequences
Trump and Netanyahu's war against Iran failed to destroy iran's government or reduce its regional influence.
Economic Impact

The war drove up u.s. gasoline and diesel prices, stoked inflation, and raised interest rates for tens of millions of americans.
Military Depletion
The conflict depleted u.s. military capabilities in critical regions including the east china sea and ukraine.
Congress's Role
Democrats must end the iran conflict while controlling military spending to prevent further escalation.
Ukraine Collusion
U.s. has increased collusion with russia in ukraine war through oil deals and starlink satellite intelligence.
Venezuela Coup
Congress must address u.s. involvement in venezuela's coup that installed a client leader and secured oil deals.
Israel Policy Shift
Democrats must hold israel accountable for gaza and west bank violence after voters rejected trump's support.
Voter Priorities
Voters linked trump's foreign policy to economic hardship, demanding accountability on iran, ukraine, and israel.
Democratic Response
Democrats must end iran conflict, address ukraine collusion, and hold israel accountable to voters.
Voter Impact
Voters rejected trump's foreign policy, shifting focus to democratic accountability in international affairs.
Next Steps
Democrats must enforce budget controls and hold hearings on military appointments to address foreign policy.
Conclusion
Democrats elected in midterms must listen to voters on foreign policy after voters rejected trump's approach.
The essence
Democrats must end Iran conflict, address Ukraine collusion with Russia, and hold Israel accountable after voters rejected Trump's foreign policy.


