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Republicans' Fragile Majority Faces Midterm Turmoil and Scandals

3/2/2026

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Republicans in the U.S. House face a fragile majority ahead of the November midterm elections.
Democrats aim to gain seats to investigate U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.
In Texas, Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) faces a scandal from challenger Brandon Herrera.
In Georgia, 15 candidates seek U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene’s seat.
Redistricting has shifted Kenneth Crawley and Rene Martinez into districts that may not represent their interests.

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Story summary

Republicans in the U.S. House face a fragile majority ahead of the November midterm elections.
Democrats aim to gain seats to investigate U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.
In Texas, Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) faces a scandal from challenger Brandon Herrera.
In Georgia, 15 candidates seek U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene’s seat.
Redistricting has shifted Kenneth Crawley and Rene Martinez into districts that may not represent their interests.