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President Donald Trump expressed optimism about working with Democrats following their significant victories in the 2026 midterm elections. Speaking to reporters at the new White House ballroom, Trump said he believes he can "get along" with Democrats unless they choose to be destructive. The Democrats have taken control of both the House and Senate, marking a major shift in congressional power.
During the press conference, Trump addressed the GOP's losses, attributing them to his absence from the ballot. He suggested that if he had been running, Republican candidates would have won. Trump dismissed concerns about potential impeachment efforts by Democrats, stating that such actions would harm the Democratic party itself.
The Guardian reported that Democrats' control of Congress allows them to launch investigations into the Trump administration, demand documents, and scrutinize senior officials. They may also face pressure from their base to impeach Trump for a third time.
According to Forbes, the Democratic sweep is seen as a rebuke of Trump's agenda, with Democrats flipping seven Republican-held Senate seats. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House.
Vice President JD Vance attributed the Republican losses to the U.S. war with Iran, which has driven up oil prices, as reported by NBC News. Trump acknowledged that the war was a factor but defended his decision to launch the conflict, stating he would do it again.