Trump says will accept results of US midterm elections: NY Times

Summary

Donald Trump said he will accept the results of the US midterm elections, signaling a softer tone after previously questioning their fairness. The remarks came as early indications pointed to a Democratic sweep that would weaken his Republican Party's grip on Congress.

Key Points
  • Donald Trump said he is “absolutely willing” to accept the midterm election results.
  • The comments came in an interview with The New York Times.
  • The remarks followed repeated efforts by Trump to cast doubt on the fairness of the elections.
  • Early figures indicated a Democratic wipe-out of Trump’s Republican Party in Congress.
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