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Republicans Reflect on Midterm Losses

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The midterms were a massacre for Republicans after losing majority control in both chambers. Some Republicans are blaming President Donald Trump for the losses and handing Democrats control of congress.

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BBC News
'This is a disaster': Angry Republicans blame Trump for midterms defeat (opens BBC News)
Published Nov 4, 2026
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Some Republicans tell the BBC the president's focus on his legacy and indifference to voter concerns cost them.
Newsweek
Where Republicans Are Laying Blame For Midterm Loss (opens Newsweek)
Published Nov 5, 2026
Newsweek's feed description
After Republicans suffered stunning midterm losses, some are looking at why voters across the US rejected the GOP's candidates.
WZMQ Marquette
Republicans Reflect on Midterm Losses (opens WZMQ Marquette)
Published Nov 5, 2026
WZMQ Marquette's feed description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The midterms were a massacre for Republicans after losing majority control in both chambers. Some Republicans are blaming President Donald Trump for the losses and handing Democrats control of congress.