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8 House races shift in Democrats’ favor: Sabato’s Crystal Ball

The Hill
September 16, 2026 at 11:06 PM
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8 House races shift in Democrats’ favor: Sabato’s Crystal Ball

Election handicapper Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifted eight House races in the direction of Democrats on Wednesday, underscoring seven weeks ahead of the November midterm elections that the number of competitive districts is growing. Two races shifted from “leans Republican” to toss-ups in the handicapper’s ratings. Those seats are an open seat for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional…

Election handicapper Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifted eight House races in the direction of Democrats on Wednesday, underscoring seven weeks ahead of the November midterm elections that the number of competitive districts is growing. Two races shifted from “leans Republican” to toss-ups in the handicapper’s ratings. Those seats are an open seat for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional…