By Our Reporter
The White House has issued a defiant message declaring that Donald Trump remains the President of the United States, following a crushing performance by the Republican Party in the 2026 US midterm elections.
The statement, posted on the White House’s official X account on Wednesday, came after Democrats recorded sweeping victories, including securing a majority in the Senate and making significant gains in states traditionally considered Republican strongholds.
The White House shared a photograph of Trump accompanied by the bold inscription, “TRUMP IS STILL YOUR PRESIDENT.”
“Thank you for your attention to this matter,” the post added.
The message attracted mixed reactions, with several social media users interpreting it as a defensive response to the Republicans’ electoral setbacks.
One critic described the statement as petty, arguing that the presidency had been reduced to social media exchanges rather than responsible political leadership.
The 2026 midterm elections, which involved all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 of the 100 Senate seats, were widely viewed as a referendum on Trump’s presidency and the performance of his administration.
The Democrats’ gains reportedly included victories in states such as Texas, Kansas, South Carolina and Ohio, where Republicans have traditionally enjoyed considerable electoral support.
The outcome has been linked to growing public concerns over the war in Iran and the rising cost of living, particularly the increase in fuel prices.
Trump reportedly acknowledged that the conflict with Iran had affected the Republican Party’s electoral performance, although he defended his decision to pursue the military action.
Speaking to Politico, he admitted that the war had pushed up gasoline prices in the short term but maintained that it was necessary in the long run.
“I’d have to do it again because long term, it’s the only answer,” he reportedly said.
Trump also expressed disappointment that the enthusiasm generated at Republican campaign rallies did not translate into votes for the party’s candidates.
“They just couldn’t transfer that love,” he said, describing the support at his rallies as incredible.
Despite the electoral setback, Trump struck a conciliatory tone, indicating his willingness to work with Democrats. However, he warned that the country could face political gridlock over the next two years.
He also threatened to use his presidential veto powers to block Democratic proposals he disagrees with.
Meanwhile, Iranian officials welcomed the Republican defeats, interpreting the results as a rejection of the war.
Iran’s chief negotiator and parliament speaker, Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf, wrote on X that Americans had rejected the conflict, citing concerns about the cost of living and the war.
The Democratic victories are expected to reshape the political balance in Washington and complicate Trump’s legislative agenda during the remaining years of his presidency.