Journalist Jamsheed Barzegar says GOP losses increase pressure on Trump, may push him toward quick deal with Iran or military action

What happened: Republican losses in the U.S. midterm congressional elections have increased political pressure on U.S. President Donald Trump and, according to journalist and political analyst Jamsheed Barzegar, may make him more likely to pursue a rapid agreement with the Islamic Republic or increase the likelihood of military action against Iran. Attribution and uncertainty: This is Barzegar’s analysis and reflects his assessment of how the election outcome could influence Trump’s choices. Related reporting: Bloomberg has reported that Marco Rubio, described in the Manshur text as U.S. secretary of state, is reportedly considering resigning from the Trump administration following the Republican losses.