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House GOP Faces Crucial Elections Amid Leadership Changes

1/24/2026

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The U.S. House Republicans hold a narrow 218-213 majority as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene retires and Rep. Doug LaMalfa dies, setting up four upcoming special elections in which Democrats are likely to gain seats.
House Speaker Mike Johnson urged members to remain healthy and present for votes.
In Texas, a special election on January 31 will fill the vacancy left by Rep. Sylvester Turner.
In New Jersey, a Democratic primary on April 16 will determine a successor for Rep. Mikie Sherrill.
Georgia's 14th District will hold a special election on April 7 to fill Greene's seat, with 22 candidates vying.

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The U.S. House Republicans hold a narrow 218-213 majority as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene retires and Rep. Doug LaMalfa dies, setting up four upcoming special elections in which Democrats are likely to gain seats.
House Speaker Mike Johnson urged members to remain healthy and present for votes.
In Texas, a special election on January 31 will fill the vacancy left by Rep. Sylvester Turner.
In New Jersey, a Democratic primary on April 16 will determine a successor for Rep. Mikie Sherrill.
Georgia's 14th District will hold a special election on April 7 to fill Greene's seat, with 22 candidates vying.