Trump on Vance blaming Iran war for midterms loss: "Historically this will be a very good decision"

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In an interview with "60 Minutes" following Democratic gains in the midterm elections, President Trump discussed his decision to blame Iran for U.S. involvement in the war there, claiming it would be historically beneficial politically despite recent electoral losses. The segment also covered topics like immigration policy and speculation about whether Trump might forgive political opponents.

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In the 2026 U.S. midterms, Democrats won control of Congress, marking a significant shift from Republican dominance. The Democratic victory was particularly notable in traditionally red states like Texas and South Carolina, where Republican Senator Ken Paxton faced Democrat James Talarico and Lindsey Graham's sister Darline Graham faced Annie Andrews. These races were seen as crucial for determining the balance of power during Donald Trump’s presidency. The midterms came after a contentious Iran war initiated by Trump, which he defended in an interview with CBS News' "60 Minutes," asserting it would be historically beneficial despite criticism from conservatives over his proposed immigration policy changes.

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