Anti-socialism push can flip battlegrounds, Republican leader bets as party fights to hold House

House Speaker Mike Johnson said on January 15, 2026, that he expects Republicans to increase their House majority in the 2026 midterm elections, stating he is "absolutely convinced" the party will gain seats despite historical patterns that typically favor the opposition party in midterm years. Johnson's prediction reflects Republican strategy heading into the election cycle. The House currently holds a Republican majority following the 2024 elections.

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