Iowa House Races in the Spotlight as Democrats Target Majority

Four months out from the midterm elections, national Democrats are eyeing a House majority, but their path runs straight through Iowa. Representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Zach Nunn are among 14 Republicans fighting to hold toss-up districts, making Iowa a critical battleground for control of Congress and the future of President Donald Trump's conservative agenda.

If Democrats flip the House, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries would likely replace Mike Johnson as Speaker, giving the left the power to block Trump's agenda in Washington. Currently, Republicans hold a narrow 218-212 majority, meaning Democrats only need to flip a handful of seats to take control.

How Do the Polls Look for House Control?

Recent polling shows Democrats with an edge on the generic ballot, driven largely by voter frustration over the economy and the ongoing Iran war. A Scripps News poll of 2,000 registered voters found 48 percent plan to support Democratic candidates compared to 39 percent for Republicans. A Morning Consult and CATO Institute survey gave Democrats a 6-point lead, while Quinnipiac University showed a 7-point Democratic advantage.

However, a YouGov and Economist survey painted a tighter picture, with Democrats at 37 percent and Republicans at 35 percent. Despite the mixed numbers, some prominent Republicans are sounding the alarm. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie recently said the GOP is heading toward a