Vance blames Iran war for Republican midterm defeat

Vice President J.D. Vance says the ongoing war with Iran caused the Republican Party's defeat in Tuesday's midterm elections, handing control of Congress to Democrats. Vance stated on X that the war, ongoing since late February, was the clear reason for the loss, citing the president's own admission. Democrats won majorities in both the Senate and the House, overturning Republican control. The Iran conflict has driven up global oil prices after the Strait of Hormuz closure, leading to soaring US fuel and living costs, which proved highly unpopular with voters.