Trump agrees with Vance that Iran war caused Republican midterm losses

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed agreement with Vice President JD Vance's assertion that the Iran war was responsible for the Republicans' loss in the midterm elections, according to Politico. However, he added a qualifier to his endorsement, stating that Vance should have included the hypothetical question, "If you had to do it again, would you do it again?"

Trump emphasized that he would make the same decision regarding the Iran war, asserting that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons. Despite Vance's comments not harming their relationship, some people did not appreciate them. On CBS' 60 Minutes, Trump was uncertain whether Vance would repeat his stance. Vance attributed the Republican defeat in the midterms to the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, arguing that the decision was worthwhile despite the loss of the Senate for six years.

Trump Jr., a close ally of Vance, reposted Vance's comments in support. The November 3 midterm elections saw Democrats gain control of both chambers of Congress, with the new Congress set to convene on January 3, 2027, while the current Republican-led Congress will continue until then.