From Salon · Andrew O'Hehir · · 1m
Trump's Party Collapses
Trump's handpicked Republican candidates lost in 2026 midterms, ending his party's legacy.
In brief
Trump's handpicked Republican candidates lost in 2026 midterms, ending his party's legacy. Trump's handpicked Republican candidates lost in 2026 midterms, ending his party's legacy. Originally reported by Salon.
Trump's Handpicked Candidates Lost
President Donald Trump's handpicked Republican candidates were wiped out in the 2026 midterms.
Historic Defeat for Trump
The 2026 midterms delivered a historic smackdown for Trump, the largest defeat for an incumbent president in living memory.
Republicans Scramble for Distance
Surviving Republicans scurried to establish distance from Trump, claiming they were never MAGA believers.
Trump Blames Texas Governor
Trump accused Texas Governor Greg Abbott of being a RINO sellout after Abbott lost his seat.
Trump's Strategy Backfired
Trump's use of bigotry, xenophobia, and conspiracy theories alienated Republicans who believed in their political doctrines.
Trump Corrupted Republican Party
Trump corrupted the Republican Party, which has historical ties to Abraham Lincoln and Ronald Reagan.
MAGA Strategy Failed
Trump's redistricting strategy for a Republican majority failed, leading to a Democratic House majority of 256 seats.
The key point
Trump's handpicked Republican candidates lost in 2026 midterms, ending his party's legacy.
