Cook Political Report shifts 7 House races toward Democrats

Seven House Ratings Shift in Democrats’ Favor

Cook Shifts 7 House Races Toward Democrats

Democrats appear to have gained ground in the battle for control of the House, according to a new Cook Political Report analysis that shifted seven congressional races in the party's favor ahead of the November elections.

Cook Political Report shifts 7 House races toward Democrats

The nonpartisan Cook Political Report on Thursday moved seven House races toward Democrats, as the minority party looks to retake control of the lower chamber this November.  Erin Covey, the House editor for the report, wrote that despite the GOP appearing to benefit from a nationwide redistricting battle, Democrats “remain in a strong position to...