News

Paul Ryan blames ‘Trump hangover’ for underwhelming GOP midterm results

By Samantha-Jo Roth
Published November 10, 2022 4:23pm ET
Add Washington Examiner on Google
Paul Ryan blames ‘Trump hangover’ for underwhelming GOP midterm results
FILE - In this March 20,2018, file photo, House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis., pauses as he speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington. Ryan’s political future as House speaker has been such a topic of speculation that even the simple question of whether he will seek re-election to his Wisconsin seat remains secret. | (J. Scott Applewhite/AP)

Former House Speaker Paul Ryan called former President Donald Trump a “drag on the ticket” and said Republicans should have “done better” in Tuesday’s midterm elections.

Print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account
Digital subscriber? Click here to login/register your account.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.

Tag:

2022 Elections Donald Trump Paul Ryan Republican Party