LIVE, midterms 2026: in his first speech after a historic defeat, Trump talks about his ballroom at the White House

In his first speech after a significant electoral defeat, Donald Trump focused on renovations at the White House rather than the election results. He discussed plans for a new ballroom, emphasizing its construction details and security features. Trump acknowledged the impact of the ongoing war with Iran on the election outcome but stood by his decision to engage in the conflict. He expressed a willingness to work with the newly Democratic-controlled Congress while maintaining his veto power. Meanwhile, Republican figures are distancing themselves from Trump, who is now seen as a weakened leader after the midterms.