Trump Admits Iran War and Fuel Prices Fueled Republican Midterm Defeat

President Donald Trump acknowledged Wednesday that the war with Iran and rising fuel prices significantly contributed to his Republican Party's defeat in the U.S. midterm elections, where Democrats seized control of both the House and Senate. Democrats achieved historic victories, including winning the Texas governorship for the first time in over three decades and electing Abdul El-Sayed as the first Muslim U.S. senator from Michigan. Democratic leaders, including House leader Hakeem Jeffries, vowed to hold the Trump administration accountable, while Trump warned that impeachment attempts would "destroy" their party. The results shift power in Washington ahead of January, giving Democrats broader oversight and funding authority that could constrain Trump's policies on Iran, Ukraine aid, and trade. European officials expressed hope for continued U.S. support for Ukraine, while Iran's security council secretary called the loss a "political defeat" for Trump.