Trump calls Democratic midterm win a 'gigantic step backwards' as Republicans lose Congress

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Donald Trump called the Democratic victory in the 2026 midterm elections a "gigantic step backwards in History" for America, while vowing Republicans would return "bigger and stronger than ever." The Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress in Tuesday's "blue wave," which swept even conservative strongholds like Texas and Kansas amid voter anger over the cost of living, leaving Trump legislatively powerless for his final two years. Trump has adopted a combative stance, appointing hard-right adviser Stephen Miller as chief of staff and offering the executive spokesman role to UFC chief Dana White, as he looks ahead to the next political fight.


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