President Donald Trump told the Wall Street Journal that he cannot be sure the Republican Party will keep its majority in the U.S. House of Representatives in next year’s midterm elections.
Trump’s uncertainty about the House race
In an interview on Friday, Trump said some of his economic policies have not yet shown their full effect, which fuels his doubt about retaining the House majority. When asked directly whether Republicans might lose the chamber in November, he responded, “I can’t tell you. I don’t know when all the money will have its effect.” The White House has not yet provided a comment to Reuters.
German far‑right party seeks deeper US ties
The Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) announced plans to strengthen contacts with the Trump administration and the Republican Party. AfD deputy faction leader and foreign policy spokesman Markus Frohnmaier said the party will invite U.S. officials to a February congress in Berlin, featuring representatives from the State Department, members of Congress and U.S. lobby groups. That event will coincide with the Munich Security Conference.
Trump administration challenges golf‑course leases
The executive branch sent a letter on 29 October accusing the National Links Trust of violating lease agreements for three city‑run Washington golf courses – East Potomac, Rock Creek and Langston. The notice gives the Trust a 45‑day deadline, after which the administration could take control of the properties and potentially redevelop them, according to the Washington Post.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did President Trump say about the upcoming midterm elections?
He said he does not know whether Republicans will keep the House majority and that he cannot say when the money from his economic measures will fully work.
What action has the Trump administration taken regarding Washington’s golf courses?
The administration sent a letter accusing the National Links Trust of breaching lease contracts for East Potomac, Rock Creek and Langston, and gave the Trust 45 days to remedy the situation before the government could assume control.
What are the AfD’s plans involving U.S. officials?
The AfD intends to invite U.S. State Department representatives, members of Congress and lobby groups to a congress in Berlin in February, aiming to deepen ties with the Trump administration and the Republican Party.
How might these developments shape the political landscape in the United States and Europe?
