Latest CBS News poll shows this party has a slight edge to win House majority in the midterms

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CBS News has released a poll indicating that Democrats have a slight advantage in securing a House majority for the upcoming midterm elections. The article features analysis by Nikole Killion from CBS News and includes insights from Kyle Kondik of Sabato's Crystal Ball regarding Republican redistricting strategies.

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According to a recent poll by CBS News, as of October 26, 2026, the Republican Party has a slight edge over the Democratic Party in winning the majority in the House of Representatives for the upcoming midterm elections. The poll suggests that redistricting efforts may influence the balance of power on Capitol Hill. Nikole Killion reports for CBS News, and Kyle Kondik, managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball, provided additional insights into these redistricting impacts.

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