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Turning to electoral forecasts, the political landscape appears to be shifting sharply against Democrats. Recent polling data and prediction market odds suggest that Democrats' chances of regaining control of the House in 2026 have diminished considerably. As of now, the GOP is more likely than not to hold onto the House, with the odds moving from an 83% chance of Democratic control earlier this year to just 58%.
Analysts point to several factors influencing this trend. Redistricting efforts in key states like Texas and California could favor Republicans by creating more favorable district boundaries. Furthermore, the potential Supreme Court ruling overwriting or gutting the Voting Rights Act could further advantage GOP candidates by restricting Democratic electoral strategies.