Miles Taylor, former Trump official, reveals president’s furious response after Republicans’ last midterm defeat
Reported by Independent TV ·
Taylor recalls Trump’s reaction
On BBC Newsnight, Taylor recalled being with Trump the day after the 2018 midterm vote, when Republicans lost congressional seats. He described the president as angry and said he was voicing grievances behind the scenes.
Warning about a possible loss
Taylor offered a warning about what might happen if Trump loses. “Expect dramatic action,” Taylor said. The report does not specify what actions Taylor had in mind. His warning was made as the 2026 midterm results were being projected.
Democrats projected to gain control
Taylor’s account of Trump’s response to the 2018 losses comes amid those projections. The article does not provide further details about the projected seat totals.
Key points
- Miles Taylor served in the Department of Homeland Security during Trump’s first term.
- Taylor said Trump was angry after Republicans lost congressional seats in 2018.
- Taylor warned that a Trump loss could bring dramatic action.
- Democrats are projected to take both chambers in the 2026 midterms.