The ascension of Vice President Kamala Harris to the top of the Democratic ticket has reshaped the battle for control of the House, with Democrats feeling optimistic about their chances to win the majority. Republicans are tempering their expectations of expanding their control of the chamber. Despite President Joe Biden’s exit from the presidential race, both parties are gearing up for a tough fight in a small group of competitive districts, as Democrats only need to gain four seats to regain control.
Democrats are buoyed by the renewed energy in their party following Harris’ inclusion on the ticket, with key voter groups like young, Black, Latino, and suburban women rallying behind her. The Democratic candidates and strategists are confident about their chances of winning back the House, with a path to victory becoming clearer with Harris on the ticket.
Republicans are still optimistic about holding onto their majority in the House, despite facing fundraising challenges and a surge in Democratic grassroots support. They are aiming to paint Harris as a liability for down-ballot Democrats, citing her past liberal positions as potential drawbacks for swing voters.
Economic issues, particularly the cost of living, remain top concerns for voters in battleground House districts, with Democrats planning to go on offense on topics such as abortion to paint the GOP as extreme. Both parties are gearing up for a competitive battle for the House, with only a small number of competitive seats determining the outcome of the election.
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