White House insists Trump is 'still your president' after midterm rout

Washington — President Donald Trump asserted his continued legitimacy as your commander-in-chief on Wednesday, following his Republican Party's devastating midterm election losses. The White House confirmed the message via a post on X, featuring a striking image of Trump towering over the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office. Superimposed text on the image read, "PSA: TRUMP IS STILL YOUR PRESIDENT," employing the abbreviation for public service announcement.

The midterm elections, seen as a referendum on Trump's second term, saw Democrats claim control of both the House and Senate. This significant political shift dealt a major blow to Trump and the Republican Party. The Democratic victory in Congress signifies the end of Trump's dominating influence over US politics and empowers Democrats to pass legislation, investigate his administration, and hinder his appointments.

The election results were a reflection of widespread dissatisfaction with Trump's economic policies, including high living costs, tariffs, and his ongoing conflict with Iran. These economic challenges have exacerbated prices, contributing to the Democrats' electoral triumph.