GOP Declares Victory in Contest to Retain House

WASHINGTON—The House Republican Conference on Nov. 12 celebrated retaining a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives following the 2024 general elections. On Monday evening, Decision Desk HQ projected that the Republicans will retain the House after winning their 218th seat. The Associated Press has not made a call on the House yet. According to AP, Republicans have won 214 seats so far and are leading in several uncalled races. Going by Decision Desk HQ, this appears to answer the last major question about the composition of the 119th Congress, in which the GOP is now projected to hold a majority in both chambers....