'They Didn't Like the War': Donald Trump Explains Republican Midterm Losses
In his first sit-down interview since the midterm elections, US President Donald Trump offered a candid assessment of the Republican defeat, admitting that tough immigration policies, the war with Iran and rising fuel prices alienated voters. Trump said many Americans opposed the conflict and blamed it for higher gas prices, while also acknowledging that mass deportations may have hurt the party politically. He also defended Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying he continues to have confidence in him despite calls for his resignation.
In his first sit-down interview since the midterm elections, US President Donald Trump offered a candid assessment of the Republican defeat, admitting that tough immigration policies, the war with Iran and rising fuel prices alienated voters. Trump said many Americans opposed the conflict and blamed it for higher gas prices, while also acknowledging that mass deportations may have hurt the party politically. He also defended Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying he continues to have confidence in him despite calls for his resignation.