More than two dozen House members are contemplating runs for Senate or governor, which could complicate Republican and Democratic hopes of winning the majority.
Members who give up competitive seats could cause headaches for their parties, forcing them to find suitable candidates and spend resources diverted from other races. Vacancies in either safe or swing districts could sometimes be unwelcome news, especially if they lead to free-for-alls that prove divisive.
Of course, the stakes are low for tossing one’s name into the ring for higher office, and many of these lawmakers will ultimately shelve their ambitions. But if history is any indication, at least some will wind up on the ballot seeking a different role.
