The Republican Party has experienced a significant collapse, with losses at both the state and federal levels, in the recent midterm elections.
What happened
The war with Iran, launched by President Donald Trump, is seen as a major factor in the party's defeat, as it led to increased costs for American households, including higher gas prices and grocery bills.
Trump's decision to go to war was viewed as a betrayal of his campaign promises, including his pledge to avoid new foreign wars and focus on domestic issues.
The collapse of the Republican Party was evident in various key races across the country, with Democrats winning upset victories in states such as Texas, South Carolina, and Maine.
Many conservative commentators have blamed poor candidate quality or inadequate campaign efforts for the party's defeat, but the overarching reality is that the war with Iran and its consequences were the primary factors in the Republican Party's collapse.
