Trump attributes Republican Election Losses to Government Shutdown, Absence from Ballot
WASHINGTON – Former U.S. President Donald Trump asserted on Tuesday night that the Republican party’s performance in recent off-year elections was directly impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown and his name not appearing on the ballot. The remarks, posted on Mr. Trump’s Truth Social platform, came as results indicated losses for Republicans in several key races across the country.
The outcome of these elections-held November 4, 2025-holds meaning as a potential bellwether for the 2028 presidential election. A prolonged government shutdown, now entering its[duration-[duration-[duration-[duration-information not provided in source], has already disrupted federal services and created economic uncertainty. Mr. Trump’s comments highlight the potential political fallout from the impasse, and underscore the continued influence he wields within the Republican party despite no longer being in office.
According to mr. Trump’s post, “‘TRUMP WASN’T ON THE BALLOT, AND SHUTDOWN, WERE THE TWO REASONS THAT REPUBLICANS LOST ELECTIONS TONIGHT,’ according to Pollsters.” The former president did not specify which pollsters he was referencing.
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Published November 05, 2025 10:58 am IST.