Republicans could risk losing the House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections due to their narrow majority, according to political analysts.

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Why It Matters

Traditionally, the party that does not hold the White House tends to do better in midterm elections. In 2018, Republicans lost the House and the Democrats gained 41 seats.

In the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, Republicans hold a narrow 220-213 majority, meaning a net loss of just seven seats would cost them control of the chamber.

What To Know

This week, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) identified 35 Republican-held districts it is targeting for the 2026 midterms. While former President Trump won 13 of these districts by double digits, the DCCC expressed confidence in its chances to flip several.

Only three House Republicans represent districts that Democratic nominee Kamala Harris carried in 2024. On the other hand, Democrats hold 13 districts that Trump won.

Meanwhile, according to CNN pollster Harry Enten, Trump's disapproval rating is at 43 percent - a similar level to November 2018, when the Republicans lost the House.

Republicans won two Florida special elections in April, though the narrow margins could raise concerns within the party about waning support in some areas.