President Donald Trump stated in a CBS News 60 Minutes interview that he expects to fire Cabinet members following significant Republican losses in the 2026 midterm elections. The remarks came during a sit-down interview with Ross Douthat at the White House, days after CBS News projected Democratic gains in the House and Senate.
Trump’s remarks on Cabinet changes
In the interview, Trump was asked whether he planned to dismiss any Cabinet members after the election results. He responded that he expects to make such changes, though he did not specify which officials can expect to be removed. The projected losses for Republicans marked a major shift in congressional control, with Democrats securing more than 40 House seats and at least seven Senate seats, according to CBS News projections.
Election results and context
The 2026 midterm elections resulted in Democrats winning control of both the House and Senate, based on CBS News projections. In the House, Democrats gained over 40 seats, with additional races still uncalled. In the Senate, Democrats secured at least seven seats, though Mississippi and Alaska remained too close to call at the time of the interview. The election outcomes set the stage for potential shifts in legislative priorities and oversight, including congressional investigations.
Interview highlights and topics discussed
During the interview, Trump addressed multiple topics, including Republican losses, congressional investigations, the wars in Iran and Ukraine, and economic concerns. The 60 Minutes segment aired Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT on CBS and Paramount+, with an extended version of the interview available on YouTube Sunday night. The full conversation provided insight into Trump’s post-election perspective on governance and potential administrative adjustments.