Newsmax reports that it predicts that after a lengthy vote count and competition between the parties, Republicans will maintain a narrow majority in the House.
According to Newsmax’s projections, incumbent Republican Juan Ciscomani managed to fend off Democratic challenger Kirsten Engel in Arizona’s District 6, securing the 218th seat necessary for a GOP majority. There are still a few unresolved races that could widen the Republicans’ lead in the House.
Democrats had hoped to regain control of the House to limit Republican influence, especially with the GOP’s hold on the presidency and the Senate. In last week’s election, Donald Trump won the presidential race, and the GOP secured a Senate majority of 52 to 47, with one remaining race in Pennsylvania yet to be called by Newsmax.
With control of both chambers, Republicans will likely find it easier to pass major items on Trump’s new agenda, including large-scale deportations of undocumented immigrants and tariffs on products from certain countries.
Trump is also expected to submit numerous judicial nominations, with a GOP-controlled Congress likely to ease the confirmation process. These appointments could include one or more Supreme Court justices.
This outcome represents a significant win for Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., who rose to prominence in the House, steering its legislative priorities and advocating for Trump’s reelection, as reported by The Hill.
Notable Democratic incumbents, such as Pennsylvania’s Susan Wild and Matt Cartwright, were unseated, though Republicans faced losses as well. Freshman GOP Representatives Anthony D’Esposito, Marc Molinaro, and Brandon Williams from New York did not win re-election.
The final composition of the House remains uncertain, as some California races are still pending. According to The Hill, the final margin could influence Johnson’s leadership approach and his capacity to advance the GOP’s agenda.
Republicans in both the House and Senate have been drafting a legislative plan for Trump’s first 100 days under full Republican control, Johnson told Newsmax on Election Night.
These plans, according to The Hill, include extending tax cuts from Trump’s first term, increasing funding for the border wall, repealing climate-related policies, and promoting school choice.
Another key issue for the GOP is whether to continue supporting Ukraine in its defense against Russia. Many Republicans have raised concerns over the ongoing allocation of resources to this foreign conflict.
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