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May 4, 2026
DCCC Endorses Eight Candidates Amid Tensions in Competitive Primaries
- The DCCC's support for eight candidates in its 'Red to Blue' program is seen as an endorsement amid contentious primaries.
- Democrats are in a strong position to capture the House majority, but internal disagreements over candidate selections are emerging.
- Recent polls indicate a slight advantage for Democrats in the midterms, despite trailing Republicans by five seats.
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- Democrats Add 8 Candidates to House Battlefield Program for MidtermsMay 4, 2026 at 9:03 AM · NYT
- Democrats aim to reclaim House majority by boosting eight ‘top-tier candidates’May 4, 2026 at 3:50 PM · The Guardian
- House Democrats’ campaign arm takes sides in contentious primaries key to winning midtermsMay 4, 2026 at 7:13 PM · CNN
- Infighting erupts among House Democrats as party picks favorites in contested racesMay 4, 2026 at 11:43 PM · Axios