Trump threatens to cancel midterms–realized he'll be 'impeached' if GOP defeated
4 months ago
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- President Donald Trump suggested canceling midterm elections to prevent Democrats from competing.
- Trump made these remarks during a closed-door retreat with House Republicans, predicting GOP victories in 2026 despite contrary polls.
- He sarcastically claimed he wouldn't explicitly demand election cancellation to avoid being labeled a 'dictator' by the media.
- Trump hinted at a potential third-term bid, acknowledging constitutional amendments would be needed.
- He repeated false claims about the 2020 election being rigged and mocked President Biden's cognitive abilities.
- Former Vice President Mike Pence indirectly criticized Trump for undermining the peaceful transition of power.
- Trump granted clemency to most convicted January 6 insurrectionists and faced multiple failed legal challenges over election denial.
- During his speech, Trump questioned his own policy support, asking, 'what the hell is going on'.
- Fox News viewers reportedly expressed fear over Trump's latest threats.