Democrats Target 35 GOP Seats in 2026 Midterms to Reclaim House
House Democrats unveil an aggressive strategy to flip Republican-held districts, while Republicans ramp up fundraising led by President Trump.
- The Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) released a list of 35 Republican-held districts it aims to flip in the 2026 midterm elections.
- DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene criticized Republican policies, citing economic challenges, proposed Medicaid cuts, and ties to Trump and Elon Musk as key vulnerabilities.
- The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has targeted 26 Democrat-held seats, highlighting the partisan battle for control of the House.
- President Donald Trump is actively fundraising for the NRCC, with a major event expected to raise at least $10 million to defend the GOP's slim majority.
- Both parties are focusing on swing districts and vulnerable incumbents, with Democrats launching nominee funding pages and ramping up candidate recruitment efforts.