Trump faces Republican pressure after midterm defeat

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Following the Republican midterm defeat, President Donald Trump faces pressure from within his own party. Republican allies and strategists are demanding a change of course after Democrats won control of Congress. Vice President JD Vance publicly distanced himself from Trump, blaming the Iran war for the losses. Republican leaders are calling for a White House staff overhaul, more discipline, and an end to controversial policies like the war and tariffs. Ron DeSantis called the defeat a political meteor strike, saying it could weaken the party for years. White House morale is described as "as bad as possible," with Trump defending his war decision and renovation projects.


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