Following recent Republican victories in the Senate and White House, Democrats are growing increasingly worried about the upcoming balance of power in the House of Representatives. Despite expectations of a close race, sources within the Democratic party are expressing concerns about their narrowing path to victory.
A senior House Democrat admitted, 'We're almost certainly going to lose the House by a narrow margin. We got our a--es kicked.' However, there is a glimmer of hope among some Democrats, who find optimism in the Republicans' decisive wins in the Senate and presidential race.
One House aide pointed out, 'If you told me President-elect Trump won the popular vote, dominated the electoral college, and they could end up with 56 seats in the Senate, this House map is really not too bad.' Despite this perspective, another source familiar with House Democratic campaigns expressed doubts, stating, 'If last night is any indication of how the House will flip, I don't feel confident. The American people are clearly not buying what we're selling.'
The economy seems to be a significant factor in shaping voter sentiment, with one source noting, 'I think it comes down to the economy, honestly. People feel like they could have more in their bank account.'
As of early Wednesday afternoon, Republicans are leading Democrats by nearly two dozen projected race wins, according to The Associated Press. The upcoming House race is expected to be closely contested, with both parties gearing up for a tough battle to secure control of the chamber.
