Former Trump White House lawyer Ty Cobb warned on Thursday that President Trump is poised to “steal” the 2026 midterm elections wherever he can, signaling a renewed push to influence future contests. Speaking on MS NOW, Cobb referenced reports that several GOP lawmakers are shunning a Republican National Committee gathering, a sign that the party’s establishment remains uneasy about Trump’s brand two years into his second term. He suggested that the former president’s allies are already mapping out tactics—ranging from candidate recruitment to ballot‑access maneuvers—to tilt the upcoming races in his favor. The comments highlight growing friction within the Republican ranks as they grapple with Trump’s lingering grip on the party and the potential impact on the 2026 electoral landscape.
Former Trump White House lawyer Ty Cobb said Thursday that President Trump would attempt to "steal" the 2026 midterm elections "where possible." Cobb, in an appearance on MS NOW, discussed reports of GOP lawmakers declining to attend a Republican National Committee event, underlining concerns about Trump's political brand almost two years into his second term....
