Live Updates: Trump admits Iran war played role in GOP's midterm defeat as Tehran says Americans rejected conflict
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Live By November 4, 2026 / 3:46 AM EST / CBS News Add CBS News on Google What to know about the Iran war today:President Trump acknowledged on Tuesday night that the war with Iran was partially to blame for the GOP's losses in the midterm elections.
However, the president told The Wall Street Journal he didn't regret the conflict and added he "would have done it again.
"Iran's chief negotiator said Wednesday morning the result of the midterm elections reflected a rejection by Americans of the war with his country and anger over the cost of living.
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Live By November 4, 2026 / 3:46 AM EST / CBS News Add CBS News on Google What to know about the Iran war today:President Trump acknowledged on Tuesday night that the war with Iran was partially to blame for the GOP's losses in the midterm elections.
However, the president told The Wall Street Journal he didn't regret the conflict and added he "would have done it again.
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"Iran's chief negotiator said Wednesday morning the result of the midterm elections reflected a rejection by Americans of the war with his country and anger over the cost of living.