Trump's race to save face: President denies midterm losses are his fault as he blames Iran and poor candidates: 'I would have won by a landslide'

Daily Mail - Nov 4, 2026

Donald Trump has denied that he is to blame for the midterm election bloodbath, instead suggesting the results are down to poor candidates.

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