Trump Mulls Cabinet Shuffle as Iran War Fights Backlash

President Trump is thinking about changing more people in his top team after the recent firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi. The war with Iran, which started at the end of February, has pushed gas prices higher and hurt his popularity. Republicans are worried about how this will affect the upcoming mid‑term elections in November. During a televised address on Wednesday, Trump tried to show he is in control of the conflict, but many viewers felt his message was weak. Some insiders say a shake‑up could signal to voters that he is taking action. No single cabinet member has been confirmed for removal, but several are at risk. Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick are two names that have come up. Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Gabbard’s approach, while Lutnick, a close friend of the president, has faced criticism over past ties to Jeffrey Epstein. New documents show Lutnick once ate lunch with Epstein in 2012, though he claims it was an accidental encounter.White House spokespeople insist the president still trusts Gabbard and Lutnick. They highlight their past achievements, such as ending the Maduro regime in Venezuela and securing trade deals. Yet some advisers are urging a more targeted reshuffle rather than a full reset, fearing that constant changes could create an image of chaos. Trump’s recent speech also drew criticism. He avoided giving a clear exit plan for the war and blamed Tehran for ongoing tensions, offering little reassurance about rising fuel costs. Polls show only 36% of Americans approve of his performance, and the war itself is unpopular, with 60% disliking the U. S. involvement. Media coverage of the war has frustrated Trump, who wants more positive stories. However, he has not signaled a change in his own messaging strategy. Despite the pressure, many cabinet members have stayed on despite controversies. The possibility of a broader shake‑up has grown more serious, especially with the midterms approaching. One source said Bondi is not the last to go, hinting that more changes could follow soon.