Democrats won control of both the House and the Senate in the 2026 midterms and flipped several governorships. President Trump said the Iran war contributed to Republican losses but that he does not regret starting it. Senator Schumer said the war must end, and Trump vowed to use his veto.
Democrats retook both the House and the Senate in the 2026 midterm elections held Tuesday, and they also flipped several governorships. Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress to the Democrats.
President Trump said the Iran war was partially to blame for the Republican midterm losses, but he said he does not regret starting it. He admitted the war contributed largely to the losses while maintaining it was worth it. Trump also said he agrees the war caused the losses, but that he could not allow Iran to have a nuclear weapon.
With Democrats taking control of Congress next year, many are questioning how the party will address the war in Iran. Senator Chuck Schumer said the war must end and suggested Democrats could use the power of the purse to press for that. Analysts say restricting funding may not be straightforward.
Trump promised to use his veto power against any policies from Democrats in Congress that he considers insane. Vetoes can only be overturned by a two-thirds majority in both houses.
