Trump blames GOP election losses on shutdown and his absence, urging filibuster repeal.

President Donald Trump blamed the Republican Party’s losses in Tuesday’s elections on the ongoing government shutdown and his absence from the ballot, claiming both factors hurt GOP prospects. Speaking at a White House breakfast with Republican senators, he cited poll data showing voters blamed Republicans for the shutdown’s impact, with economic concerns like the cost of living and taxes cited as key issues. Trump urged Senate Republicans to eliminate the filibuster to pass legislation and reopen the government, while Democrats celebrated victories in Virginia, New Jersey, New York City, and California, where redistricting changes favored their party.