Key House Races Shape Battle for Congressional Control

With a week until Election Day, both parties are vying for narrow majorities as pivotal House races heat up.

Overview

Democrats need to gain four seats to reclaim the House majority, targeting districts won by Biden in 2020 but held by Republicans.
Republicans are banking on strong support for Trump to bolster their candidates, especially in districts that backed him in previous elections.
California and New York feature prominently in the list of vulnerable incumbents, with several seats won by Republicans in 2022 now at risk.
Maine's Jared Golden and California's Michelle Steel are among Democrats and Republicans facing intense challenges in competitive districts.
Open seats in Virginia, California, and Michigan are crucial battlegrounds, with both parties heavily investing in these contests.