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Vance, in Break With Trump, Blames Iran War for Republicans’ 2026 Midterm Losses

The vice president offered his striking critique of the administration’s agenda and messaging with Mr. Trump’s apparent approval.

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“The reason we lost is the war,” Vice President JD Vance wrote in a social media post, adding, “If you’d like to argue it was worth it, that losing the Senate for the next six years was worth it, then do so.”
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Vance Leans Into Personal Attacks on the Campaign Trail

Vice President JD Vance’s sharp-edged rhetoric shows his instincts as a politician as attention is about to shift to the 2028 presidential race.

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Political observers said that the midterm campaign had showcased how Vice President JD Vance appears to tailor his political persona to different audiences.
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