The 2024 election is not just about the presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, but also about control of Congress. There are nine sleeper races for Congress that could determine majority in the House or Senate, impacting the next president’s agenda.
In Texas, Democrat Colin Allred is challenging Senator Ted Cruz, presenting him as a do-nothing extremist. In Nebraska, independent Dan Osborn is leading narrowly against Republican Senator Deb Fischer as a populist outsider.
In Maryland, Republican Larry Hogan is trying to defy the odds and win a Senate seat in a deep-blue state. In Florida, Democrats are hoping to oust Senator Rick Scott, who has a history of slim margin wins.
Pennsylvania’s 10th District sees Republican Scott Perry facing a tough challenge from Democrat Janelle Stelson. Virginia’s 2nd District will be an early bellwether for Republican performance, while Wisconsin’s 3rd District could see a controversial GOP freshman losing to a moderate Democrat.
In Texas’ 34th District, the race is a test of whether Latinos are drifting towards the GOP. California’s 47th District, an open seat in Newport Beach, will be a key battleground for House Democrats and Republicans. These races show that the 2024 election is not just about the presidential candidates but also about the balance of power in Congress.
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