Exclusive: Scalise puts GOP high-water mark at 225 House seats
Summary
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says Republicans have a chance to win 225 seats in the House if they increase voter enthusiasm to match Democrats. He notes the political environment is tough, with Democrats currently leading in polls and President Trump's approval rating below 40%.Key Facts
- Scalise believes Republicans can win up to 225 House seats in the midterm elections.
- Winning 235 seats is seen as unlikely, with some races very close.
- Democrats are showing strong voter turnout in primaries and special elections.
- Republicans are focusing on 35 key battleground seats, with 20 to defend and 15 to try to win.
- President Trump’s approval rating averages below 40%, and he faces low approval on his handling of inflation.
- Republicans are trying to boost voter enthusiasm to match the energy generated by Democrats.
- Scalise plans to campaign in 11 states over two weeks for several Republican candidates.
- The expected Republican majority could be smaller than before, possibly around 220 to 215 seats.
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