Trump's Midterm Defeat Could Still Benefit Him

Despite facing potential losses in the upcoming midterm elections, Donald Trump may still emerge victorious. The article highlights the chaos left in his wake, including an Iran war, Army supply issues, and a trade war with Canada. Unlike George W. Bush, who lost his majority 20 years ago due to unpopular wars, Trump seems to escape similar consequences. Construction at the White House includes a ballroom-bunker combination and a helicopter landing pad, with a triumphal arch planned. Foreign policy experts are puzzled by the 80-year-old president's actions, such as escalating the trade war with Canada and planning a meeting with North Korea's Kim Jong-un, who reportedly has 57 nuclear weapons. Trump claims a good relationship with Kim, saying "He likes me." The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed for over eight months with a crew of about 5,000 sailors. The article suggests that even a defeat could be turned to Trump's advantage.