US President tells House Republicans that a Democratic victory in midterms could put his presidency at risk.
US President Donald Trump has warned House Republicans that failure to win the 2026 midterm elections could result in his impeachment by Democrats, underscoring the high political stakes ahead of November’s vote.
Speaking at a retreat for House Republican lawmakers in Washington on Tuesday, Trump urged party members to secure victory in the midterms, stressing that his presidency and legislative agenda depend on the outcome.
“You gotta win the midterms, ’cause if we don’t win the midterms, it’s just gonna be — I mean, they’ll find a reason to impeach me,” Trump told lawmakers. “I’ll get impeached.”
The remarks highlight Trump’s concerns as all seats in the US House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate are set to be contested in the 2026 midterm elections. A shift in control of Congress could significantly weaken the administration’s ability to advance its policies.
Political analysts note that the midterms will serve as a critical test of Republican unity and voter support, with control of Congress likely to shape the remainder of Trump’s term and determine the future of key domestic and foreign policy initiatives.
