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Forecast Moves 18 Races Towards Democrats Weeks Before Elections

Forecast Moves 18 Races Towards Democrats Weeks Before Elections

Summary

New forecasts show 18 U.S. House races moving toward the Democrats just weeks before the midterm elections. The Cook Political Report now predicts Democrats could gain 9 to 19 seats, potentially winning the House majority.

Key Facts

  • 18 House races have shifted toward Democrats in recent forecast updates.
  • Five races changed from toss-ups to leaning Democratic.
  • Four races changed from leaning Republican to toss-ups.
  • Democrats are now predicted to gain between 9 and 19 seats.
  • If Democrats gain these seats, they would have 224 to 234 seats total.
  • The House majority requires 218 seats.
  • These predictions come less than four weeks before the midterm elections.
  • The Cook Political Report provides the new forecast data.
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