The Daily Punch A big week in the battle for the House
Oct 15, 2025
Redistricting is heating up for the 2026 elections, with state battles impacting House control. The Supreme Court's review of the Voting Rights Act weighs heavily on majority-minority districts, especially in the Deep South. John Thune is attempting a new tactic regarding defense spending amid the ongoing government shutdown. Insights into the New Hampshire Senate race reveal potential shifts as John Sununu considers entering the race, sparking debates over electability and crossover appeal.
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Redistricting Could Decide The House
- Redistricting is the central battleground shaping the 2026 House fight and could decide the majority by single seats.
- State-by-state fights and costly fights could net only one seat each, making every map fight high-stakes.
Redistricting Can Backfire On Its Authors
- Parties risk hurting their own incumbents when they redraw maps because spreading voters thinner can backfire.
- Jake Sherman warns expensive redistricting gambles across states could end up a political wash.
Supreme Court Ruling Could Reshape Southern Maps
- The Supreme Court's rehearing on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act could reshape maps across the Deep South.
- Overturning Section 2 would be a seismic change for congressional politics and future House control.