Trump Enters the Anger Stage Over GOP’s Catastrophic Losses

After Republicans suffered sweeping losses in the midterm elections, Donald Trump initially made little public comment, then began posting accusations and demands as he turned to blaming Democrats and seeking attention. His response matters because it offers an early sign of how he may handle the political setback and its implications for his party.

Trump shared false claims of election fraud, called for a Justice Department investigation into alleged threats against Republican donors and members, and defended Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. He also said he had offered UFC chief executive Dana White the White House press secretary role; reports said White declined, though he was due to meet Trump. Trump further claimed the stock market had lost $3 trillion in one day and said he hoped a television interview would highlight his administration’s record.