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GOP Poised To Maintain House Majority, Democrats Face Uphill Battle

The speaker's dais is seen in the House of Representatives of the Capitol in Washington, Feb. 28, 2022. After House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was voted out of the job by a contingent of hard-right

Speaker Mike Johnson and the GOP are expressing confidence in their ability to retain control of the House of Representatives, despite the uncertainty surrounding the outcome of several key races. As President-elect Donald Trump continues to rally support for the Republican party, House Republicans are optimistic about their chances of maintaining their majority.

While many races are still too close to call, both Republican and Democratic campaign operatives believe that the GOP will ultimately come out on top. The focus now shifts to the margin of victory, with Republicans aiming to secure a substantial majority in the House.

President-elect Trump rallies support for Republicans.
Speaker Mike Johnson and GOP confident in retaining House control.
Focus on margin of victory for Republicans.

On the Democratic side, there is a recognition that flipping the House may be a challenging task given the current landscape. Democrats are strategizing to protect their incumbents in states like Washington and Colorado while also targeting Republican-held seats in California, Oregon, and Arizona.

Despite the uphill battle, Democrats acknowledge the need for a near-perfect performance to secure a majority in the House. The outcome of the remaining races will play a crucial role in determining the final composition of the House of Representatives.

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