President Trump Touts White House Ballroom Construction in First Appearance Since Midterm Defeat, Vows to Use Veto Power

In his first public appearance since Republicans' overwhelming midterm losses, President Trump focused on the construction of a new White House ballroom, praising it as a 'thing of beauty.' He acknowledged the Democratic victories, stating he would 'get along probably with the Democrats, unless they want to be destructive,' and emphasized his power of the veto. The White House also issued a statement asserting that President Trump will 'defy the odds' and that Democratic attempts to reverse his agenda will fail.