House Republicans are reducing expectations for the gains they had sought through nationwide redistricting, Axios reported, as the party faces a less favorable political environment ahead of the midterms.
Axios said Republicans had aimed for a 10-seat boost, but some GOP strategists privately believe redistricting could produce only one additional seat nationwide. The outlet cited polls showing declining Republican support among Latino voters in Texas and Florida. The New York Times reported that Republicans are seen as less likely to retain their House majority and are placing greater emphasis on Senate contests, where it said they are spending far more than Democrats on advertising.