Trump concedes midterms, credits Democrats' 'good job' and cites Iran war

President Donald Trump conceded defeat in the US midterm elections, congratulating Democrats on their victory and "good job." He attributed part of his party's loss to the war in Iran and emphasized his veto power against the now Democrat-controlled Congress. Democrats secured control of the Senate and won an absolute majority in the House of Representatives. Trump said he was "a little surprised" by the blue wave, despite polls predicting it, and claimed he would have won if he had been on the ballot. Trump stated he will use his veto power to block legislation, predicting Democrats will eventually seek cooperation. Iranian negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf interpreted the results as Americans saying "NO TO WAR," referencing the conflict's impact on fuel prices.