To take control of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Democrats would need to win 30 seats in this election — and, in spite of one Donald J. Trump and his many scandalous comments, it appears as if control of the lower chamber is still well within the Republicans’ reach.
That’s according to a new report by Rasmussen, who claim the GOP is in position to limit Democratic gains in the House to 10 – 15 seats.
Here we take a closer look at some of the seats that might change hands this November. Our numbers are taken from historically accurate polls such as those done by the Cook Political Report and Real Clear Politics, note that these races are so volatile that much can change in the next three weeks.
Toss-up races
These seats could go either way based upon recent polls, and are seen as an opportunity by Blue State vets to obtain more influence in Washington. Fourteen seats are incumbent Republican, while three are incumbent Democrat.
California, District 25: The seat held by Rep. Steve Knight, a Republican former Los Angeles Police officer and Palmdale city councilman, tilts red but is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Bryan Caforio.
Colorado, District 06: The seat held by Rep. Mike Coffman, a Republican former Secretary of State of Colorado, tilts blue and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Morgan Carroll.
Florida, District 07: The seat held by Rep. John Mica, the Republican Chair of the House Transportation Committee, tilts red but is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Stephanie Murphy.
Florida, District 26: The seat held by Rep. Carlos Curbelo, a Republican former member of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools board, tilts no one way and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Joe Garcia.
Illinois, District 10: The seat held by Rep. Robert Dold, a Republican former small business owner, tilts blue and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Brad Schneider.
Iowa, District 01: The seat held by Rep. Rod Blum, a Republican former corporate executive, tilts blue and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Monica Vernon.
Iowa, District 03: The seat held by Rep. David Young, a Republican former Senate staffer, tilts no one way and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Jim Mowrer.
Maine, District 02: The seat held by Rep. Bruce Poliquin, a Republican former Maine State Treasurer, tilts blue and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Emily Ann Cain.
Nevada, District 03: The seat is currently open, tilts no one way and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Jacky Rosen.
New Jersey, District 05: The seat held by Rep. Scott Garrett, a Republican who sits as a chair on the House Financial Services Committee, tilts red and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Josh Gottheimer.
New York, District 19: The seat is currently open, tilts blue and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Zephyr Teachout.
New York, District 22: The seat is currently open, tilts red and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Kim Myers.
Pennsylvania, District 08: The seat is open, tilts red and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Steve Santarsiero.
Texas, District 23: The seat held by Rep. Will Hurd, a Republicanformer CIA officer, tilts red and is predicted to be winnable by the Democrats and challenger Pete Gallego.