J. D. Vance: I was waiting for Tuesday with bad feelings, but even I was surprised by this result

J. D. Vance attributes the Republican losses in the midterm elections to the Iranian war and rising living costs. He expressed surprise at the election results and acknowledged that the party's economic messaging was unclear. Vance noted that many former Republican voters are angry and considering voting for Democrats, with key concerns including ending the war and focusing on inflation. Trump also acknowledged the war's impact but defended his actions regarding Iran.

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