House Republicans are bracing for a competitive midterm election cycle, with some leaders predicting “brutal street fights” in districts across the US. Despite historical trends suggesting that the party out of power suffers in midterms, GOP leaders say they’re better prepared than expected and plan to focus on everyday working Americans. National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman Richard Hudson says data is a key advantage for Republicans, and he’s emphasizing the need to articulate benefits of their policies, such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which passed along party lines in 2022. The GOP is also ramping up fundraising efforts, with House Speaker Mike Johnson raising $20 million in recent weeks.
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