In brief
In Washington on November 4, 2026, President Trump said he is ready to accept the Democratic victory in both the House and Senate. He blamed Republicans’ losses on his absence from the ballot and cited voters’ anger over higher gasoline prices caused by the Iran war. Trump also welcomed the moniker “Mr. Veto” and expressed a preference for working with lawmakers rather than prolonging veto battles.
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4, 2026 – President Donald Trump said he is "absolutely willing to accept" the results of the U.S. mid‑term elections, according to a New York Times report.
In a brief interview, Trump blamed the party’s losses on the fact that he was not on the ballot and added that he was ready to work with Democrats, noting that U.S. media had projected Democratic control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Reflecting on the outcome on Fox News, Trump linked the Republican losses to voters’ discontent with fuel price hikes caused by the Iran war. He said, as reported by Anadolu Agency, that while voters supported his Iran policy, they "probably weren't willing to do the short‑term consequence of paying … more for gasoline." He added that the price pressure was only a "short‑term problem, but for a long‑term gain."
People agree with what I'm doing on Iran, but they really probably weren't willing to do the short-term consequence of paying … more for gasoline.
It's a short-term problem, but for long-term gain.
Trump also addressed his constitutional veto power, welcoming the moniker "Mr. Veto." He told CBS News that "I have the ultimate power – it's called 'veto'." The news report noted that he prefers partnering with lawmakers and would avoid spending two years vetoing legislation.
In addition to expressing readiness to cooperate, Trump said he would work on issues such as immigration with the incoming Democratic majority, and he warned that if Tehran does not cooperate, U.S. forces might have to "finish the job." He reiterated his decision to cut aid to Israel, stating that the country "has become quite rich" and no longer needs the annual funding.
