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Trump Shrugs Off Texas Loss as GOP Worries Mount

2/3/2026

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Trump Deflects Responsibility

U.S. President Donald Trump distanced himself from the Democratic victory in Texas, where Taylor Rehmet won a special election by 14 points.
Trump had campaigned for Leigh Wambsganss, but the result surprised analysts given his 2024 district win by 17 points.
Analysts say the loss signals growing concerns for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms and that Trump's dismissive remarks indicate he is deflecting responsibility.

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Republicans Face Warning

The Republican National Committee (RNC) raised over $172.2 million in 2025.
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) raised nearly $145.8 million.
The Democratic National Committee ended with $14 million and $17.5 million in debt.
In Texas, Taylor Rehmet won a special election by over 14 points.
This win is seen as a warning for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms, when control of Congress is at stake.

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Trump Deflects Responsibility

U.S. President Donald Trump distanced himself from the Democratic victory in Texas, where Taylor Rehmet won a special election by 14 points.
Trump had campaigned for Leigh Wambsganss, but the result surprised analysts given his 2024 district win by 17 points.
Analysts say the loss signals growing concerns for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms and that Trump's dismissive remarks indicate he is deflecting responsibility.

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