President Donald Trump congratulated Democrats following their victories in the 2026 midterm elections, which saw Republicans lose control of Congress.

Speaking after Tuesday's elections, Trump acknowledged the Democrats' success while defending his administration's economic policies and the direction of the country.

The president maintained that the United States was performing strongly compared with European nations, arguing that his administration remained focused on keeping the American economy prosperous.

Trump also suggested that Republicans had been disadvantaged by his absence from the ballot, as party leaders assessed the losses and their implications for the remainder of his presidency.

The Democratic victories are expected to create significant challenges for Trump's legislative agenda when the new Congress takes office in January.

The president's remarks come amid a broader Republican debate over the election results and the party's political strategy moving forward.