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Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged the party's struggles in the midterm elections, attributing the defeat partly to historical trends and Donald Trump's influence. He expressed confidence in regaining control of the House by 2028, citing the challenges faced by the party in midterm elections historically. Johnson noted that it is rare for the president's party to maintain or gain seats in Congress after the first two years of a presidency. As projections indicated a Democratic majority, he highlighted significant Democratic victories in traditionally Republican states. Voter concerns over inflation and Trump's tariffs were also pivotal in the elections.