Midterms 2026: Trump Between Denial and Threat as Electoral Verdict Looms

Republicans suffered a historic loss in midterm elections, losing 10 Senate seats and 15 House seats, marking their worst defeat since 1948. Donald Trump, who did not run for office, responded with a mix of denial and threat on his Truth Social platform, claiming that 'if I had been running, we would have WON BIGLY.' This statement, accompanied by a call to mobilize his supporters as if he were running himself, highlights a deep rift between the president and the party that supports him. The results reveal a growing internal crisis within the Republican Party, marked by increasing dependence on Trump. His governance style, focused on social media and denial of facts, has deeply shaped the party's image. Voters, tired of his questionable practices, have favored more traditional candidates. This shift could accelerate a modernization of the GOP, but also exacerbate divisions between ultra-conservative Republicans and moderates. 'I wasn't on the ballot and if I had been, we would have WON BIGLY' At the regional level, this defeat raises questions about political stability in the Mediterranean. The Maghreb, particularly Tunisia, has seen unstable governments facing societal and economic tensions. The Republicans' defeat could reinforce Trump's image as a political outsider, a phenomenon that could inspire populist movements in Arab countries. However, the risk of GOP fragmentation could weaken the United States' ability to exert a stabilizing influence in the region. The coming months will be decisive. The courts could open proceedings into election fraud allegations, while the GOP will attempt to regain control of Congress.