Trump Calls Midterm Loss a 'Giant Step Backward' for America

President Donald Trump called the Republican loss in the US midterm elections a "giant step backward in history" for America, but vowed his party would return "bigger and stronger than ever." The Democrats secured clear majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, with the official final result still pending due to ongoing counts. Trump had previously announced he would accept the outcome but has since cast doubt on the results. On Saturday, Trump directed Attorney General Todd Blanche to investigate Democratic politicians, alleging "extortion" and claiming Democrats threatened Republican donors with prison. He also appointed hardliner Stephen Miller as chief of staff, seen as a challenge to Democrats.