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Four Questions in the Battle for the Senate Heading into 2026

Democrats are undeniably entering 2026 with a better chance of retaking the Senate than they were at the outset of the year.
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2026 Texas House Analysis: The Ramifications of Redistricting

Despite initial resistance from Texas’ congressional delegation, President Donald Trump successfully pressured Texas ...
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Stefanik’s Out, but Sour Environment Shifts New York Governor Into Solid Democrat

Rep. Elise Stefanik’s roller coaster of a year has finally reached its end. The Republican pulled out of the race for New York governor — and also passed on a reelection bid — on Dec. 19, explicitly ...
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Episode 45: What Indiana's Drama Means for 2026

The Cook Political Report is an independent, non-partisan newsletter that analyzes elections and campaigns for the US House ...
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The Separate Political Realities of Red, Blue, and Purple America

Most everyone has embraced the current partisan configuration that has been in place since 2016: 24 red states tilting toward Republicans, 19 blue states leaning Democratic, and seven purple states in ...
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2025-2026 Redistricting Tracker: How Many Seats Could Flip?

The Cook Political Report redistricting tracker is following developments in every state taking up redistricting, or considering it, over the next several months — as well as the gains that each party ...
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The Cook Political Report is an independent, non-partisan newsletter that analyzes elections and campaigns for the US House of Representatives, US Senate, Governors and President as well as American ...