Trump Focused on White House Renovation as Republicans Face Midterm Defeat

Cointime reports: One day before the midterm elections, US President Donald Trump stood by the White House reflecting pool insisting his remarks had nothing to do with the vote; the day after the elections he was showing reporters construction progress on the White House ballroom. In between, Republicans suffered a defeat one party member called near “extinction-level.” Current and former White House officials say staff are frustrated that Trump refuses to take responsibility and is focused on his building projects, with some already seeking exits.