Trump Jokes About Canceling Midterm Elections, White House Clarifies Remarks

• US President Donald Trump suggested in a Reuters interview that "we shouldn't even have an election" regarding the upcoming midterms.
• The White House later clarified that Trump was "simply joking" about canceling the election, amidst scrutiny of his comments.
• Trump's remark came while discussing historical trends where the party in power often loses seats in midterm elections.
• He expressed frustration that Republicans might lose control of Congress, stating his achievements warranted no election.
• Trump also previously warned Republican lawmakers of potential impeachment if the party loses its House majority in November.

Why It Matters: Trump's 'no election' comment was a joke, but highlights his concern over midterm losses and potential impeachment.