Trump admits the Iran war is dragging down Republican electoral prospects, but does not regret launching it.

on Nov. 4, according to The Wall Street Journal, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the Iran war was partly responsible for the Republican Party's widespread losses in the midterm elections. However, he still maintains that he does not regret launching the war earlier this year. Trump said he does not regret starting the war, despite it having weighed down his approval ratings. For months, he has been trying to end the conflict and had complained to advisors that it has become a lingering burden.

Trump said, "I didn't dwell on it. I did the right thing. If I had to do it again, I would still do it." Trump believes that what truly poses the greatest political burden is not the war itself, but the surge in oil prices. The conflict led to sharp increases in U.S. gasoline and diesel prices, sparking voter dissatisfaction. He argued that voters rejected the Republican Party not due to economic discontent or allegations of corruption within the Trump administration. He also stated he does not regret failing to discuss economic issues more during the campaign. Trump said he has no plans to reshuffle administration personnel and voiced his support for Defense Secretary Hegseth, who oversees the war effort. He said, "In fact, I think he's excellent." (Jinshi)