Republicans start to point fingers at Trump after severe midterms loss
Republican strategists say the losses reflect voter anger over Iran, tariffs and weak turnout, as Democrats prepare to block Trump’s agenda in Congress.
- On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, Democrats seized control of Congress following a midterm rout, prompting Republicans to openly blame President Donald Trump for the party's historic losses across House and Senate races.
- Party officials cited a "perfect storm" of factors, including the Iran war and tariff policies, while Trump's focus on personal projects like ballroom renovations over campaign efforts contributed to the electoral collapse.
- Strategist John Feehery called the results a "huge disaster," urging Trump to "clean house," while Representative Don Bacon dismissed the president's analysis as "nonsense" and Mayor David Holt wrote the party is "morally and intellectually bankrupt."
- Beginning in January, Democrats will control at least 54 Senate seats and at least 228 House seats, enabling them to block Trump's legislative proposals, investigate his administration, and challenge judicial nominees.
- As Republicans grapple with Trump's influence, some party members are advocating for a return to normalcy, while others pivot strategy toward the 2028 presidential election following the midterm rout.
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The President of the United States can prepare a change of political strategy to avoid a blockade of the remaining two years of office in the White House with a rapprochement with the Democrats and a move away from the war conflicts and certain economic measures he has pushed forward.
The US midterm election results have shaken the Republican Party. Recently, those close to Trump have called for a reshuffle of his team and a review of policies, including the war on Iran and tax measures. Meanwhile, the Vice President is beginning to signal his withdrawal from the party.
Many more Republicans will dare to question Trump now, says correspondent.
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Republicans call for Trump to change course after midterm drubbing
Donald Trump has shown little appetite for a reset after losing control of Congress, even as allies blame the Iran war, tariffs and his White House team for the rout.
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