Trump acknowledges Iran war role in Democratic midterm sweep

President Donald Trump acknowledged that the Iran war contributed to Republican losses in Tuesday's midterm elections, as Democrats secured control of both the US House and Senate. He stated Democrats would send him legislation he deemed "insane" and that he would veto it. In a Fox News interview, Trump said Democrats would face a period of vetoes before seeking cooperation, adding that the Iran conflict weighed on Republican candidates despite voter approval of his handling of it. The Democratic sweep positions the party to challenge his legislative agenda. The midterm results mark a significant shift in Washington's balance of power, with Democrats poised to use their congressional majorities to scrutinize Trump's policies. Trump's comments suggest a confrontational path ahead, though he left room for potential negotiation after an initial period of conflict.