With Stephen Miller pick, Trump readies for a battle

Donald Trump said he was willing to work with Democrats in Congress after the Republican Party suffered a sweeping defeat in Tuesday’s midterm elections.

A shift after the election result

The remarks came as Democrats emerged from the vote with greater strength in Congress. Trump’s statement indicated an openness to cooperation with the party that gained ground following the Republican losses.

What comes next

The comments place potential cooperation between Trump and congressional Democrats in focus after a major setback for Republicans. The available information does not specify which issues or legislative priorities could form the basis for that cooperation.

The election result and Trump’s response mark a significant change in the political balance described in the report, with Democrats newly ascendant in Congress and Republicans facing the consequences of their midterm defeat.