Limited polling of some "Likely R" districts hints at a more competitive field

The average support for the Democratic and Republican nominees in polls released since July 1 of select House races rated as as "Likely" or "Solid Republican" by at least two of three major political handicappers

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Data as of Oct. 2, 2026, at 4:15 PM ET.

Chart: Andrew ManganSource: Cook Political Report; Inside Elections; Sabato's Crystal Ball; New York Times polling database