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Trump Is Everywhere

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Trial Balloon · Ep. 190: Trump Is Everywhere

Five More House Races Move Towards Democrats

April 7, 2026 · 8:43 pm ET · Leave a Comment

Cook Political Report: “The political environment for House Republicans continues to look bleak. Even before President Donald Trump’s approval rating reached a nadir amid spiking gas prices and an unpopular war with Iran, special and off-year elections showed Democrats with a significant enthusiasm advantage and Republicans were trailing the national generic ballot by five to six points.”

“Our latest round of House race ratings changes includes five moves to the left and one move to the right, reflecting Republicans’ broader midterm struggles as well as specific developments in each race.”

Mediaite: House Republicans need to win 76% of Toss Ups to keep their majority.

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