Redistricting efforts could impact control of Congress

(The Center Square) - As the 2026 midterm elections approach, state legislatures have grappled with fierce mid-decade redistricting efforts in an attempt to give an advantage to their political party. Based on current map projections, Republicans could flip three more seats than Democrats. Republicans currently have a slim majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. Six states have enacted new Congressional districts that aim to make certain races more competitive or give a party advantages before the midterm elections. While the districts are likely to make some races more competitive, voters will ultimately decide who takes control of Congress. Additionally, litigation in states across the country leaves some redistricting measures largely uncertain. Barring the legal challenges, advantages in partisan makeup appear minimal, even in states that have implemented redistricting measures, according to projections. The Cook Political Report ranks 206 races that at least lean in favor o