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Republicans Target Democratic Seats in 2026 Midterms Push

8/8/2025

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National Republicans are ramping up their campaign to seize congressional seats in the 2026 midterms, setting their sights on Democratic strongholds in states like Ohio, Indiana, South Carolina, and Missouri. Amidst legal hurdles and concerns from GOP lawmakers about costs and competition, Trump allies are advocating for redistricting, while Florida has launched a committee to consider mid-cycle changes.

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National Republicans are ramping up their campaign to seize congressional seats in the 2026 midterms, setting their sights on Democratic strongholds in states like Ohio, Indiana, South Carolina, and Missouri. Amidst legal hurdles and concerns from GOP lawmakers about costs and competition, Trump allies are advocating for redistricting, while Florida has launched a committee to consider mid-cycle changes.