Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Lisa Mascaro

It’s Trump vs. Jeffries in the House race that could change everything

  • House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries kicked off his party's "Fighting for an Affordable America" agenda in Pennsylvania, launching a bid to reclaim control of the House in the 2026 midterms.
  • Jeffries said Democrats will campaign on lowering everyday costs, restoring healthcare funding, ending the war in Iran and holding President Donald Trump accountable.
  • Republicans are fighting to protect their razor-thin House majority, with President Trump backing GOP Rep. Ryan Mackenzie as he seeks reelection in Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District.
  • Pennsylvania is emerging as one of the biggest political battlegrounds of the midterms, with both parties pouring money and resources into key House races.
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson is leading a nationwide Republican fundraising push as both parties prepare for the impact of a recent Supreme Court ruling on campaign contributions.

IN FULL

Trump’s grip on Congress could come down to one battleground state

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.