The Digest:
US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Republican lawmakers, stating they must win the 2026 congressional midterm elections to shield him from potential impeachment by Democrats. Speaking at a party retreat, he linked the GOP’s electoral fate directly to his political survival, urging unity amid internal divisions.
Key Points:
- Trump warned Republicans that losing the 2026 midterms would lead to his impeachment
- He urged the party to set aside internal disagreements and unify for the election
- Trump downplayed the January 6 Capitol attack on its fifth anniversary
- He advised campaigning on stock market gains rather than addressing inflation
- The President criticized the GOP's slim House majority, saying it weakens Speaker Mike Johnson
- Trump predicted an “epic midterm victory” despite historical headwinds against incumbent parties
- He was impeached twice during his first term but acquitted by the Senate both times
Sources: The Cable
