Florida Republican Rep. Greg Steube didn’t mince words when assessing his party’s disappointing midterm election performance, placing blame squarely on GOP leadership for failing to deliver on key conservative priorities.
In an exclusive interview on Breitbart News Saturday, Steube argued that Republicans lost their way by not pushing harder on issues like election integrity, border security, and economic relief—priorities that resonated with their base.
‘Lost Our Bearings’
“I think basically we lost our bearings and lost being conservatives,” Steube said. “We failed to deliver on key things that the voters wanted us to deliver on. How about ensuring that only citizens in our country can vote?”
Steube pointed to the Senate’s inaction as a major factor, criticizing leadership for not eliminating the filibuster to pass conservative legislation. He also highlighted frustration over unfulfilled campaign promises, including tax relief and border security funding.
Voter Backlash Over Economy, Foreign Policy
According to Steube, economic concerns—particularly rising food and gas prices—played a significant role in driving voters away from the GOP. He also cited the ongoing conflict with Iran as a factor that hurt Republican candidates.
“A lot of these people who voted for Democrats, voted for Trump in 2024,” Steube noted. “So, why did they vote against us in 2026?”
Missed Opportunities
Steube expressed frustration over what he saw as a lack of urgency in Congress, pointing to his own stalled bill that would have suspended federal excise taxes on diesel and gasoline. “We left early, didn’t get anything done,” he said.
Despite some legislative wins, Steube argued that Republicans failed to effectively communicate their accomplishments to voters, leaving many feeling abandoned on key issues like crime reduction and border security.
Now, Steube is calling for a “change in messaging and leadership” to refocus the party on conservative priorities—before it’s too late.
Source: www.breitbart.com — https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/11/07/exclusive-rep-greg-steube-republicans-failed-to-deliver-on-key-things-voters-wanted/