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Despite financial advantages, Republican Party faces major challenge in midterm

NPR | By Eric McDaniel
Published August 5, 2026 at 4:44 AM EDT

Republicans face political headwinds in this fall's midterm elections. The party also maintains structural advantages that could help them preserve their majorities in Congress.

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Eric McDaniel is a congressional reporter for NPR's Washington Desk.