In a post on Truth Social, former U.S. President Donald Trump questioned the integrity of the midterm elections that saw Democrats reclaim both chambers of Congress last week. Trump's claims lacked evidence and revolved around polling irregularities, voting "dumps," and "machines." These assertions contradicted his earlier statements to the New York Times on election night, where he accepted the results. State and local officials reported smooth voting procedures, with some key races still undecided. Trump's accusations echo past attempts to question the legitimacy of elections he lost, despite not being on the ballot this time around. The overall outcome has been clear since election night, with Democrats securing 54 Senate seats and 254 House seats as counting continues in some races. Some states take longer to count votes due to state laws and practicalities, reassuring elections experts that there's no cause for suspicion. Despite the controversy surrounding election integrity, top state and local officials have reported a mostly smooth process for the upcoming 2026 midterms, with only extreme weather and minor administrative or technical issues impacting some locations.