Trump's endorsement backfires as Republicans lose key midterm races

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Donald Trump's endorsement proved a liability in the 2026 US midterms, with Republicans suffering significant losses, raising questions about the future of his MAGA movement. Trump-backed candidates lost key races, including Darline Graham in South Carolina and Ken Paxton in Texas, where Democrats flipped long-held Republican seats. Analysts cite Trump's selection of unqualified candidates as a major factor in the party's poor performance. Republicans are now debating their future direction, with figures like Ron DeSantis and JD Vance positioning themselves for 2028. Some argue the party should distance itself from Trump, while others blame the Iran war and economic issues for the losses.


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