Steve Kerr comments on Republicans’ midterm election losses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 11:11 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Following the Democratic victories in the 2026 midterm elections, Steve Kerr, head coach of the Golden State Warriors, humorously addressed the situation during a media availability. He referenced a campaign ad from President Trump that promised a $5,000 check to Americans if Republicans maintained control of Congress. Kerr expressed his disappointment at not receiving the expected check, emphasizing that he had already spent the money in his mind. Democrats gained control of both the House and the Senate, rendering the promise moot. The comments underscore Kerr's long-standing criticism of Trump and the Republican party.
- •Democrats took control of both House and Senate in the 2026 midterms.
- •Kerr joked about missing out on a promised $5,000 check.
- •Trump's campaign ad aired shortly before the elections.
- •Kerr has been a critic of Trump’s administration.
- •Kerr previously faced uncertainty about his coaching future.
- 11:11 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Kerr clowns Republicans after midterms for not getting the “Trump Dividend”
"In the days leading up to the 2026 midterm elections across the nation, United States President Donald Trump ran an ad featuring Trump promising Americans a $5,000 check if Republicans keep control of Congress. The ad even found its way onto UFC Fight Night broadcast the Saturday before election day. Knowing that Trump and the…
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