Trump Defends Iran War After GOP Midterm Losses: 'It Was Worth It' | US Elections 2026
US President Donald Trump has defended his decision to wage war against Iran, declaring that the conflict was "worth it" despite acknowledging its role in the Republican Party's losses in the 2026 US midterm elections. Speaking to reporters on November 4, Trump said the military action was necessary to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. He also backed Vice President JD Vance's assessment that the Iran war contributed to the Republican Party's electoral defeat.
