Donald Trump's 60 Minutes Interview: Midterm Elections and Future Vision

U.S. President Donald Trump participated in CBS's "60 Minutes" program, which aired on Sunday, November 8, 2026, giving his first comprehensive interview following the 2026 midterm elections. Assessing the election results in which Democrats took control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, Trump acknowledged that the war with Iran and his own deportation policies negatively impacted the Republican Party's performance.

Making statements regarding the foreign policy agenda, Trump stated that he is confident in his ability to end the Russia-Ukraine war. He also emphasized that the global competition with China in the field of artificial intelligence is of critical importance for the U.S.

In the interview, Trump also addressed allegations regarding his family businesses and World Liberty Financial, denying accusations of corruption. Stating that he may make changes to his cabinet as his term approaches its end, Trump expressed his plan to use his pardon power extensively before leaving office in 2028. Trump expressed reluctance regarding pardoning his political opponents.