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Cook Political Report shifts 7 House races toward Democrats

The nonpartisan Cook Political Report on Thursday moved seven House races toward Democrats, as the minority party looks to retake control of the lower chamber this November. Erin Covey, the House editor for the report, wrote that despite the GOP appearing to benefit from a nationwide redistricting...

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What happenedCook Political Report shifts 7 House races toward Democrats.
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Cook Political Report shifts 7 House races toward Democrats

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The nonpartisan Cook Political Report on Thursday moved seven House races toward Democrats, as the minority party looks to retake control of the lower chamber this November. Erin Covey, the...

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Seven House races shift toward Democrats: Cook Political Report

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Democrats’ chances of recapturing the House in the 2026 elections improved Thursday, as new ratings reflect the troubling political environment for Republicans. Though an advantage in redis...

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