Sabato’s Crystal Ball has shifted 28 House races toward Democrats in its latest midterm projections, placing the party within striking distance of the 218 seats required for a majority. The updated forecast now shows Democrats holding an advantage in races classified as safe, likely, or leaning their way. With just two weeks until Election Day, the projections suggest Democrats could secure control of the House. The changes reflect a tightening race as voters prepare to cast their ballots.


Nonpartisan election forecaster Sabato’s Crystal Ball is moving 28 House races in Democrats’ direction with just two weeks until the midterms. When adding up the seats Crystal Ball says are either safe, likely or leaning toward one party, the new projections put Democrats above the 218 needed for a House majority. In other words, Democrats...