Map Shows Governor Races That May Flip for Democrats Month Before Midterm
Summary
The Cook Political Report has shifted Texas and Florida governor races closer to the Democrats as the November midterm elections approach. Democrats have a chance to win more governorships, including key states like Iowa, Alaska, Ohio, Nevada, and Georgia, where races are very close.Key Facts
- Republicans currently hold a narrow majority in both the U.S. House and Senate.
- Republicans have controlled most governorships for about 20 years, except from 2007 to 2011.
- There are 36 governor races in the upcoming election, with each party holding 18 seats now.
- Democrats are hopeful because President Donald Trump's approval ratings have dropped in polls.
- Iowa's governor race is likely to flip to the Democrats, with Republican Kim Reynolds not seeking reelection.
- Five governor races are toss-ups: Alaska, Georgia, Nevada, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
- Both Texas and Florida races shifted from "Likely Republican" to "Lean Republican," showing gains for Democrats.
- Recent polls show very close races, for example Georgia where Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson are nearly tied.
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