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Trump Officials May Resign Ahead of 2026 Midterms

10/27/2025

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Jason Easley, a political analyst, says officials in President Donald Trump's administration may resign to avoid subpoenas from a Democratic-controlled Congress before the 2026 midterms.
Easley notes trends show the party in power loses midterms, especially with Trump's low approval ratings.
He cites Rep. Jamie Raskin's call to hold Justice Department accountable if Democrats regain control.
Easley concludes Democrats must win the House to limit Trump's power and pursue accountability.

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Jason Easley, a political analyst, says officials in President Donald Trump's administration may resign to avoid subpoenas from a Democratic-controlled Congress before the 2026 midterms.
Easley notes trends show the party in power loses midterms, especially with Trump's low approval ratings.
He cites Rep. Jamie Raskin's call to hold Justice Department accountable if Democrats regain control.
Easley concludes Democrats must win the House to limit Trump's power and pursue accountability.