Rep. Richard Hudson, chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee, is confident in the GOP’s ability to maintain its House majority as polls close. While some results may take days, Hudson expects clarity on party control by tomorrow.
GOP Confident About House Majority
Rep. Richard Hudson (R-N.C.), who leads the campaign arm for House Republicans, voiced optimism about his party retaining control of the U.S. House of Representatives after Election Day. Hudson cited many close races but said he is “confident we’ll hold the majority,” noting that about 20 seats remain highly competitive.
Expected Timing of Results
Hudson remarked that while the final House majority might not be confirmed by the end of election night, Americans should “have a good sense by tomorrow.” He indicated that some races, especially in California, could take longer to finalize and might extend into next week.
Key Races to Watch
The North Carolina representative highlighted Rep. Mike Garcia’s (R-Calif.) campaign as potentially one of the most closely contested races. Hudson expressed confidence in Garcia’s ability to secure his seat despite the anticipated competition. He also mentioned ongoing polling discrepancies, particularly in Ohio-9, where public polls favor Democrat Marcy Kaptur more than internal GOP data shows.
Impact of Abortion on GOP Campaigns
Addressing the role of abortion in the election, Hudson downplayed its potential effect on the GOP’s performance, contrasting it with its impact in 2022. He noted that Republican candidates have various nuanced views on the topic, which he believes reflect the party’s diverse perspectives.
GOP’s Campaign Tactics
Hudson highlighted several strategic decisions he made as NRCC chair, including the expansion of “hybrid ads,” a budget-friendly approach that allowed candidates and the NRCC to share advertising costs. Additionally, Hudson emphasized a significant investment in field offices across non-presidential battlegrounds, naming these 40 new locations “battle stations” to enhance voter outreach and campaign infrastructure.
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