Trump Allies Trade Blame After Democrats' Historic Midterm Wins

Democrats achieved historic midterm victories, prompting Republicans and allies to blame each other for what one official called "the political equivalent of a meteor strike" that hit red and blue states alike. Elon Musk, the largest individual donor with over $445 million in contributions, saw six of his seven backed Senate candidates lose, with only three of 37 House picks winning. Vice President JD Vance attributed the defeat to the Iran war and cost-of-living concerns. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis noted his state held the line, while Texas elected its first Democratic senator in decades. Former official Kristi Noem claimed the administration was "too successful" in its first year, as speculation grows about 2028 nomination battles.