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October 22, 2026
Republican Redistricting Strengthens GOP Control in North Carolina's 13th District
- Republicans redrew North Carolina's 13th Congressional District, shifting it from a competitive seat to a safe GOP district, aiding Brad Knott's election by over 70,000 votes.
- The number of swing districts has decreased significantly, from 45 to 37, contributing to greater polarization in Congress.
- Democrats are targeting traditionally Republican areas, but the limited number of competitive seats may restrict their gains in the upcoming elections.
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- Trump's redistricting gave Republicans a head start, now it goes to the votersOct 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM · NPR
- Election 2026: How Democrats could win the House, how Republicans could hold onOct 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM · NBC
- Interactive graphic: Road to a House majorityOct 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM · NBC
- Swing US House districts are rapidly disappearingOct 24, 2026 at 12:12 PM · AP
- This US House district was once a political battleground. Now it shows why Congress is dysfunctionalOct 24, 2026 at 3:35 PM · ABC News