Trump congratulates Democrats on midterms win, says Iran war played role
Summary
President Donald Trump congratulated Democrats after they won control of Congress in the 2026 midterm elections. He said the Iran war may have contributed to Republican losses but rejected personal responsibility and blamed factors including Republican candidates.Key Facts
- Trump told Fox News that Democrats had done “a good job” and said he was willing to work with them.
- Trump warned he could veto legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled Congress.
- He said the Iran war may have played a part in the election result, while defending his actions toward Iran.
- Trump claimed Republicans would have won by a landslide if he had been on the ballot.
- Trump blamed Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s defeat on Abbott becoming a “RINO,” or a Republican in name only.
- A White House official said candidate quality mattered and criticized some Republican candidates.
- The article says Democrats gained control of Congress, but does not specify which chambers.
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