According to US media reports, President Trump's election night reception in the East Room of the White House has begun, with Trump watching the midterm election results with cabinet officials and political advisors. As polling stations close in various states, Republican optimism is beginning to waver. Trump has repeatedly expressed his dissatisfaction with Fox News' election coverage on Truth Social.
Meanwhile, White House officials emphasized that Trump will not interfere in the election by declaring martial law or encouraging officials to refuse to certify the results. Previously, some Trump supporters had publicly called for martial law during the midterm elections. Reports indicate that some Trump allies watching the vote count in the East Room are already worried about the election results that night. It is unclear how long Trump will remain at the reception.
