Ceasefire for Gaza: Poll shows how Middle East conflict divides Harris and Trump supporters in US election

Kamala Harris backers more likely to support a president who publicly demands an end to the fighting, according to a Deltapoll for The National

Conflict in the Middle East, and particularly the situation in Gaza, could significantly influence voters in the US presidential election, a recent survey by Deltapoll for The National shows.

Notably, supporters of Kamala Harris are 23 per cent more likely to favour a US president who makes a public demand for a ceasefire in Gaza, while Donald Trump’s base shows more opposition to it.

Our poll, which surveyed more than 3,000 adults across the US, including 1,340 from swing states, shows Mr Trump with a slight lead in those key states. This suggests that his approach to Middle Eastern issues may appeal to those with conservative views on foreign policy. The poll also underscores how public opinion over the US role in the ongoing conflict is divided based on political affiliation.

When respondents were asked about Israel’s military action in Gaza, 39 per cent said they support it and 39 per cent opposed it, with 22 per cent undecided. This even division suggests the issue is highly polarising, reflecting broader divides in perspectives on the US role in the Middle East.

However, the conflict was one of many factors determining who they would pick. Domestic issues, particularly the cost of living and the economy, ranked highest when respondents were asked what were the most important problems facing them and their families.

Find much more on the poll results and analysis at this link.