The 2024 presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is receiving significant attention, but the control of Congress is also crucial and there are several sleeper races that could impact the outcome. In Texas, Democratic Rep. Colin Allred is challenging incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz, who is facing criticism for being too extreme. In Nebraska, independent candidate Dan Osborn is giving a tough fight to Republican Sen. Deb Fischer. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is trying to become the first Republican senator from the state in decades but faces an uphill battle. In Florida, Democrats are hoping to oust Sen. Rick Scott, who has a history of winning by narrow margins.
In Pennsylvania, Rep. Scott Perry is facing a tough challenge from Democrat Janelle Stelson, with the race now considered a toss-up. Virginia’s 2nd District will be a bellwether for Republican strength in House races. Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden in Wisconsin’s 3rd District is being challenged by Democrat Rebecca Cooke. In Texas’ 34th District, Rep. Vicente Gonzalez is trying to fend off a challenge from Mayra Flores, who is appealing to Latino voters. In California’s 47th District, the race to fill an open seat is between Republican Scott Baugh and Democrat Dave Min. These races will have a significant impact on the balance of power in Congress and the ability of the next president to push their agenda forward.
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