Democrats ramp up strategy ahead of 2026 midterms
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📌 Key Takeaways
- The DCCC has officially added five more Republican-held seats to its 2026 target list.
- The expansion is an early move to regain the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Targeting these districts allows for earlier fundraising and candidate recruitment efforts.
- The strategy forces Republicans to spend defensive resources in more districts across the country.
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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee announced that it is targeting five additional seats, currently held by Republicans, for the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News political editorial producer Hunter Woodall has more details.