House election results as Democrats and GOP vie for control
Summary
All 435 House seats are up for election, with Republicans defending a narrow majority. The article says affordability concerns, the Iran war, tariffs and changes to congressional maps are shaping the contest. Under the 2026 district boundaries, Harris carried eight Republican-held districts in 2024, while Trump carried 22 districts currently represented by Democrats.Key Facts
- Before the election, the House had 218 Republicans, one independent who caucused with Republicans, 214 Democrats and two vacancies.
- Republicans have controlled the House since 2023.
- All 435 seats in the House of Representatives are on the ballot.
- The article identifies affordability as a major concern for voters and says the Iran war and President Trump's tariffs have raised everyday costs.
- At Trump's urging, several states, including Texas and Florida, redrew congressional maps in an effort to benefit Republicans.
- California was the only Democratic-led redistricting effort described as successful in changing its map to counter Republican redistricting.
- Under the 2026 boundaries, Harris won eight districts currently represented by Republicans, while Trump won 22 districts currently represented by Democrats.
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