Vance Blames Iran War for Republican Midterm Rout

Vance Blames Iran War for Republican Midterm Rout

Vice President Vance blamed the Iran war for Republicans’ sweeping midterm defeat, saying many voters who backed Donald Trump in two thousand twenty four chose Democrats in two thousand twenty six. Democrats took control of the House and Senate, while President Trump largely agreed the conflict raised fuel prices but defended the war as Vance publicly distanced himself from the conflict.

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