Republicans are entering the 2026 midterm cycle with a rare set of built-in advantages
A massive fundraising lead, court-backed redistricting gains, and a favorable Senate map — even as national polls show Democrats with a typical midterm edge on the generic ballot.
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President Donald Trump signed a $1.2 trillion spending bill that ended a four‑day partial government shutdown, but a government shutdown funding battle is still unfolding. The legislation funds most federal agencies through Sept. 30, yet only temporarily extends the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) until Feb. 13. Lawmakers now face urgent negotiations over DHS funding and…


