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Republicans Near House Majority
Republicans are close to winning the House, potentially giving Trump significant legislative power.
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- What power does the House have?
- The House initiates revenue bills, impeaches federal officials, and elects the president in case of an Electoral College tie. It also shares the power of passing legislation with the Senate.
- Which House races are yet to be called?
- Eighteen House races remain uncalled. Republicans lead in eight, and Democrats in ten. Even if Democrats win all remaining races, they would still lack the majority.
- What does a Republican trifecta mean for the US?
- A Republican trifecta, meaning Republican control of the presidency and both congressional chambers, would allow for easier passage of Trump's legislative agenda, unlike the challenges faced by President Biden.
- How many seats do the Republicans need to win the House?
- Republicans need four more seats to win the House majority, needing 218 out of 435 seats. Currently, they have 214 seats, while Democrats have 203.
- Which party has controlled the House in recent US history?
- Republicans have controlled the House for most of the past three decades, losing control only in 2006, 2008, 2018, and 2020.