Trump Says He’s Not Sure Whether Republicans Will Retain House During Midterms

Only two presidents in recent decades have seen their party gain House seats in midterm elections.
Trump Says He’s Not Sure Whether Republicans Will Retain House During Midterms
President Donald Trump speaks to the media aboard Air Force One on Nov. 25, 2025 in flight en route to Florida. Pete Marovich/Getty Images
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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President Donald Trump said in an interview that he is unsure whether Republicans will retain the House in the 2026 midterm elections.

In an interview with The Wall Street Journal on Dec. 12, Trump said that while efforts to attract more investment in the United States will help boost the economy, they may not materialize before the 2026 elections. He said he hoped the boost to the economy could occur in the second quarter of next year.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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